Basic Details
Word: Hazy
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not clear or distinct; difficult to see or understand because of mist, fog, or confusion.
Synonyms: Foggy, murky, unclear
Antonyms: Clear, bright, distinct
Idioms and Phrases
- Hazy memory: Refers to a memory that is not clear or is difficult to recall. Example: "After all these years, I have a hazy memory of my first day at school."
- Hazy intentions: Means unclear or vague intentions or plans. Example: "His hazy intentions about the project made it hard for the team to move forward."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The view from the mountain was hazy, making it hard to see the distant valley.
Example 2: She had a hazy idea of what she wanted to be when she grew up, but she wasn't sure.
Example 3: On a hazy day, the sun struggled to shine through the thick layer of mist.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "hazy" comes from Old English "hasig," which means "misty or foggy"? It has been used for hundreds of years to describe unclear conditions.
Famous Quote
"A hazy vision is better than no vision at all." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "hazy" mean?
a) Very clear
b) Not clear or distinct
c) Very bright
d) Extremely cold
Answer: b) Not clear or distinct
2. Which of these is a synonym of "hazy"?
a) Clear
b) Foggy
c) Bright
d) Distinct
Answer: b) Foggy
3. Which sentence uses "hazy" correctly?
a) The sky was hazy due to the bright sun.
b) The instructions were hazy, leading to confusion.
c) The water was hazy and sparkled like diamonds.
d) The room was hazy with enough light to read a book.
Answer: b) The instructions were hazy, leading to confusion.
4. Which idiom relates to a lack of clarity in memory?
a) Hazy memories
b) Clear as day
c) Full of beans
d) In the blink of an eye
Answer: a) Hazy memories
5. What is the opposite of "hazy"?
a) Murky
b) Clear
c) Foggy
d) Cloudy
Answer: b) Clear
