C2adjective 10K+

Hazy

UK //ˈheɪ.zi// US //ˈheɪ.zi// Pronunciation

Definition

Not able to see clearly; full of haze or mist.

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In simple words: Not clear or bright; unclear.

Examples

• The mountains looked hazy in the distance due to the morning fog.
• Her memories of that day were hazy and faded over time.
• The sky turned hazy as the sun began to set.
• It was a hazy summer afternoon, perfect for a long drive.
• The report was filled with hazy explanations and lacked clarity.

Usage notes

Use 'hazy' to describe conditions with reduced visibility, like weather. Avoid in formal writing unless discussing scientific contexts.

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Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a 'haze' like fog; it clouds your vision.

Collocations

• hazy memory
• hazy weather
• hazy sky

Synonyms

• foggy
• misty
• cloudy
• unclear
• blurred

Antonyms

• clear
• bright
• distinct

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'fuzzy' which implies a softer focus rather than atmospheric mist.
• Omitting that 'hazy' can also refer to vague ideas, not just physical clarity.