cloudy
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cloudy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Covered with or full of clouds.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use cloudy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English clūdig, originally "rocky" or "hilly," from the same root as "cloud."
Full origin of cloudy →Frequently asked questions
What does “cloudy” mean?
The word “cloudy” means covered with or full of clouds. In plain terms, full of clouds, murky/not clear, or (figuratively) vague and uncertain.
How do you pronounce “cloudy”?
“Cloudy” is pronounced KLOW-dee (/ˈklaʊ̯diː/ in IPA).
How do you use “cloudy” in a sentence?
Here is “cloudy” used in a sentence: “It's been cloudy all week with barely a glimpse of sun.”
What part of speech is “cloudy”?
“Cloudy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “cloudy” come from?
The word “cloudy” comes from Old English. From Old English clūdig, originally "rocky" or "hilly," from the same root as "cloud.".
Is “cloudy” a common word?
“Cloudy” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “cloudy” have?
“Cloudy” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered with or full of clouds.
What is the difference between 'cloudy' and 'overcast'?
'Cloudy' simply means covered with or full of clouds, while 'overcast' specifically describes a sky that is entirely covered by clouds with no breaks of sun. A day can be described as cloudy even if the cloud cover is only partial, whereas overcast implies total coverage.
Can 'cloudy' describe something other than the sky?
Yes, 'cloudy' also describes liquids or substances that are not clear or transparent, such as cloudy water or cloudy glass. It can additionally be used figuratively to describe something uncertain or unclear, such as cloudy judgment or a cloudy memory.
What does it mean when someone's thinking is described as 'cloudy'?
This is the figurative sense of 'cloudy,' meaning uncertain, unclear, or hard to make sense of, similar to how clouds obscure visibility. It suggests confusion rather than a literal lack of transparency.