Synonyms for

Fuzzy

Verb / ˈfʌzi: / Another word for fuzzy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

covered with short, soft hairs or fibers that create a fluffy texture

Synonyms & similar words

muzzy fuzzed bleary foggy blurred blurry hazy fluffy furry downy feathery woolly hairy shaggy frizzy curly tousled untidy disheveled unkempt messy jumbled confused blurry indistinct foggy hazy

Synonyms by register

Formal

indistinct vague hazy unclear

Informal

blurry mushy hazy dim

Literary

downy floccose villous

Antonyms

clear sharp defined precise distinct obvious certain

Common collocations

  • fuzzy logic
  • fuzzy thinking
  • fuzzy outline
  • fuzzy image
  • fuzzy feeling
  • fuzzy details
  • fuzzy border

Word family

noun fuzz
adjective fuzzy

Usage note

Often used to describe something that is not clearly defined, either visually or conceptually. Can also refer to a soft, hairy texture.

Example sentences

  1. The peach had a fuzzy skin.
  2. The blanket was so fuzzy and warm.
  3. The caterpillar was covered in fuzzy hair.
  4. My socks are fuzzy and cozy.
  5. The stuffed animal was soft and fuzzy.

Quotes

  • My cat's fur is so fuzzy and soft.
  • The dandelions in the field had fuzzy white heads.
  • The blanket was fuzzy and warm, just like a hug.

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