Meaning & Definition of word "Cloudy"
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Cloudy
/ˈklaʊdi/
adjective:
- 1. Covered with or characterized by clouds; overcast.
- Example: It was a cloudy day, perfect for staying indoors with a good book.
- 2. Having a grayish or dull appearance; not clear.
- Example: The water in the lake looked cloudy after the rainstorm.
- 3. Not clear or bright; lacking clarity, understanding, or certainty.
- Example: Her memories of that event were cloudy, making it hard to recall the details.
Etymology
Middle English, from the word 'cloud', of Germanic origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
under a cloudy sky:
In a situation where it's uncertain or gloomy.
cloudy judgment:
Thinking that is unclear or influenced by emotions.
Related Words
cloud:
A visible mass of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere.
overcast:
Sky covered completely with clouds.
Slang Meanings of cloudy
Meaning: Feeling down or sad.
Example Sentence: I've been feeling a bit cloudy since the breakup.
Meaning: Confused or not seeing things clearly.
Example Sentence: After that last exam, my brain feels cloudy.