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.