Meaning & Definition of word "Foggy"
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Foggy
/ˈfɔːɡi/
adjective:
- 1. full of fog; obscured by mist or haze.
- Example: The morning was so foggy that I could barely see the road ahead.
- 2. not clear or bright; lacking in clarity.
- Example: Her memories of that day were foggy and scattered.
- 3. lacking in understanding or perception; confused.
- Example: After the long meeting, my thoughts were still foggy and disorganized.
Etymology
Middle English fogge, of uncertain origin
Common Phrases and Expressions
in a fog:
confused or disoriented
foggy idea:
a vague or unclear concept
foggy memory:
an unclear recollection of past events
Related Words
fog:
a thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere
mist:
a cloud of tiny water droplets in the air, less dense than fog
haze:
a slight obscuration of the air caused by fine suspended particles
Slang Meanings of foggy
Meaning: in a confused mental state
Example Sentence: After that long meeting, I'm feeling a bit foggy.
Meaning: to be unclear about something
Example Sentence: I'm foggy on the details of the project.