Meaning & Definition of word "Foggy"

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.