murky
5 synonyms and 2 antonyms for murky, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Dark and hard to see through, especially describing water, fog, or light.
Synonyms
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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.
mirky
turbid
Antonyms
How to use murky
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
murky water
murky past
murky details
Etymology
From Middle English mirky, related to Old Norse myrkr ("dark") and the Slavic word family behind Russian mrak ("darkness").
Full origin of murky →Frequently asked questions
What does “murky” mean?
The word “murky” means dark and hard to see through, especially describing water, fog, or light. In plain terms, dark and cloudy, or — figuratively — confusing and possibly dishonest.
How do you pronounce “murky”?
“Murky” is pronounced MUR-kee (/ˈmɜː(ɹ)ki/ in IPA).
How do you use “murky” in a sentence?
Here is “murky” used in a sentence: “The pond water was too murky to see the bottom.”
What is another word for “murky”?
Words with a similar meaning to “murky” include dark.
What part of speech is “murky”?
“Murky” is an adjective.
Where does the word “murky” come from?
The word “murky” comes from Middle English. From Middle English mirky, related to Old Norse myrkr ("dark") and the Slavic word family behind Russian mrak ("darkness").
How many meanings does “murky” have?
“Murky” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: dark and hard to see through, especially describing water, fog, or light.
