Fuzzily: meaning, definitions and examples

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fuzzily

 

[ หˆfสŒzษ™li ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

used in a sentence

In a way that is not clear or definite; in a vague or uncertain manner.

Synonyms

indefinitely, uncertainly, vaguely.

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Word Description / Examples
fuzzily

This word is often used to describe something that is unclear due to a lack of sharpness or focus, both literally and figuratively.

  • The photo came out fuzzily, so it's hard to see any details.
  • He fuzzily remembered the events of the night.
vaguely

Use this word to describe something that lacks clear or precise details. It can imply a lack of specificity or a general sense of being unclear.

  • He vaguely remembered meeting her before.
  • She gave a vaguely worded explanation.
uncertainly

This word is applicable when something is done in an unsteady or unsure manner, often due to lack of confidence or clarity.

  • She spoke uncertainly, unsure of how to proceed.
  • He walked uncertainly through the dark alley.
indefinitely

Use this word when something has no definite end, limit, or boundary. It often implies a long or unknown duration.

  • The event has been postponed indefinitely.
  • She plans to stay here indefinitely.

Examples of usage

  • She spoke fuzzily about her future plans.
  • The memory of that night came back to him fuzzily.
Context #2 | Adjective

used in a sentence

Not clearly or sharply defined; blurred or indistinct.

Synonyms

blurred, indistinct, unclear.

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fuzzily

Used to describe something that is not clear or sharp, often visually or mentally. It can refer to something that appears fluffy or indistinct.

  • The photograph was taken fuzzily, making it hard to recognize the people in it
blurred

Typically used when visual sharpness is lost, often due to motion, distance, or obstruction. This word commonly describes something that is difficult to see clearly.

  • The text was blurred because of the rain on my glasses
indistinct

Used to describe something that is not clearly perceptible or defined. This word can be applied to both visual and auditory things.

  • From a distance, the figure on the horizon was indistinct and hard to identify
unclear

Usually used to describe something that lacks clarity or is difficult to understand. This can refer to both concepts and visual perceptions.

  • The instructions for the assignment were unclear, leaving the students confused

Examples of usage

  • The edges of the photograph were fuzzily outlined.
  • He looked at the painting with a fuzzily focused gaze.

Translations

Translations of the word "fuzzily" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vagamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคธเฅเคชเคทเฅเคŸ เคฐเฅ‚เคช เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช verschwommen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kabur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตั‡ั–ั‚ะบะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ niewyraลบnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใผใ‚“ใ‚„ใ‚Šใจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vaguement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vagamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bulanฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ๋ฆฟํ•˜๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุดูƒู„ ุบูŠุฑ ูˆุงุถุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nejasnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nejasne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆจก็ณŠๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nejasno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณljรณst

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑะปะดั‹ั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒแƒ›แƒ™แƒแƒคแƒ˜แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qeyri-mรผษ™yyษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vagamente

Etymology

The word 'fuzzily' is derived from the adjective 'fuzzy', which originated in the late 17th century from the word 'fuzz', meaning 'soft, curly hair'. Over time, 'fuzzy' evolved to describe things that are unclear or indistinct. The adverb form 'fuzzily' developed to describe actions or situations done in a vague or uncertain manner. Today, 'fuzzily' is commonly used in both casual and formal contexts to convey a lack of clarity or definition.

See also: fuzz, fuzzy.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,020, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.