Turbid

/ˈtɜːrbɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Cloudy, opaque, or thick with suspended matter; not clear.

The river was too turbid to see the bottom.

Confused or obscure in meaning or effect; muddled.

His explanation was so turbid that no one could understand it.

Characterized by agitation or disturbance.

The turbid waters of the stormy sea were intimidating.

From Latin 'turbidus' meaning 'disturbed, confused'.

turbid waters

A situation that is unclear or confused.

turbid thoughts

Confused or muddled thinking.

turbid emotions

Complicated or unclear feelings.

turbidity

The quality of being turbid; cloudiness.

disturb

To interfere with or disrupt.

A state of confusion

His explanations were so turbid, no one knew what he was talking about.

A situation that is messy or unclear

This deal sounds really turbid; I need more details.