Meaning & Definition of word "Blurred"

Blurred

/blɜːrd/

verb:

  • 1. To make or become unclear or less distinct.
    • Example: The rain blurred the view through the car windows.
  • 2. To confuse or mix up.
    • Example: The events of the party blurred in his mind after all the drinks.

adjective:

  • 1. Not clear or distinct; made indistinct.
    • Example: The photograph was so blurred that I couldn't make out the faces.
  • 2. Difficult to distinguish or see clearly.
    • Example: Her memory of that day was blurred, making it hard to recall the details.

Etymology

Past participle of 'blur', from Middle English 'bore', meaning to make dim.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blurred lines:

Concepts that are not clearly defined or are vague in meaning.

blurred vision:

A condition where objects appear out of focus.

blurred boundaries:

Unclear limits or distinctions between categories.

Related Words

blur:

To make something indistinct or unclear.

fuzzy:

Not clear or well defined.

Slang Meanings of blurred

Meaning: In a confused state, often due to intoxication.

Example Sentence: He was so blurred after the party that he couldn't find his way home.

Meaning: To have unclear memories or perceptions.

Example Sentence: That night is all a bit blurred for me.