Meaning & Definition of word "Clouding"
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Clouding
/ˈklaʊ.dɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. the process of becoming clouded; an obscuring state
- Example: There was a clouding of judgment when he made that decision.
- 2. a condition in which something is obscured or unclear
- Example: The clouding over the issue made it hard for us to reach a conclusion.
verb:
- 1. the act of obscuring or making something less clear or transparent
- Example: The heavy rain began clouding the windows, making it difficult to see outside.
- 2. to become or make less clear or bright
- Example: Her eyes were clouding with tears as she listened to the sad news.
- 3. to lose clarity or precision
- Example: The scientist noted that the results of the experiment were clouding due to external factors.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'cloud', with the suffix '-ing' indicating the action or process.
Common Phrases and Expressions
clouding one's judgment:
To allow emotions or other factors to affect decision-making.
cloud of uncertainty:
A situation characterized by doubt or confusion.
cloud over:
To cast a shadow or give a worrying feeling about something.
Related Words
cloud:
A visible mass of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere.
haze:
Atmospheric moisture or dust that reduces visibility.
Slang Meanings of clouding
Meaning: To become less clear due to confusion or distraction.
Example Sentence: After that argument, her thoughts were totally clouding.
Meaning: To impair one's ability to think clearly.
Example Sentence: Too much stress can really clouding your mind.