Mist: meaning, definitions and examples

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mist

 

[ mɪst ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

weather

A mass of fine droplets of water in the atmosphere near or in contact with the Earth.

Synonyms

fog, haze, smog

Examples of usage

  • It was a cold morning with mist hanging in the air.
  • The mist enveloped the entire city, creating a mystical atmosphere.
  • The mist gradually lifted as the sun rose in the sky.
Context #2 | Verb

action

To cover or become covered with mist.

Synonyms

cloud up, fog up, haze over

Examples of usage

  • The mountains were misted with dew in the early morning.
  • The mirror misted up after the hot shower.

Translations

Translations of the word "mist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 erro

🇮🇳 त्रुटि

🇩🇪 Fehler

🇮🇩 kesalahan

🇺🇦 помилка

🇵🇱 błąd

🇯🇵 エラー

🇫🇷 erreur

🇪🇸 error

🇹🇷 hata

🇰🇷 오류

🇸🇦 خطأ

🇨🇿 chyba

🇸🇰 chyba

🇨🇳 错误

🇸🇮 napaka

🇮🇸 villa

🇰🇿 қате

🇬🇪 შეცდომა

🇦🇿 səhv

🇲🇽 error

Etymology

The word 'mist' has Old English origins, coming from the word 'misten' meaning 'dim, overcast'. It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe fine droplets of water in the air. Mist is often associated with mystery and beauty in literature and art.

See also: misting, misty.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,022 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.