hazy
10 synonyms and 2 antonyms for hazy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Covered or dulled by haze; not clear.
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.
Antonyms
How to use hazy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hazy memory
hazy sky
hazy on the details
Etymology
Origin uncertain — likely tied to an old nautical word "hawsey," possibly from an Old English word for grey or dusky.
Full origin of hazy →Frequently asked questions
What does “hazy” mean?
The word “hazy” means covered or dulled by haze; not clear. In plain terms, blurry or unclear, whether talking about the weather, a view, or your memory.
How do you pronounce “hazy”?
“Hazy” is pronounced HAY-zee (/ˈheɪzi/ in IPA).
How do you use “hazy” in a sentence?
Here is “hazy” used in a sentence: “The view was hazy in the summer heat.”
What is another word for “hazy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “hazy” include fuzzy, ill-defined and equivocal.
What part of speech is “hazy”?
“Hazy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “hazy” come from?
The word “hazy” comes from Old English. Origin uncertain — likely tied to an old nautical word "hawsey," possibly from an Old English word for grey or dusky.
Is “hazy” a common word?
“Hazy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “hazy” have?
“Hazy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered or dulled by haze; not clear.
