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Murky

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

Definition

dark and gloomy, especially due to thick mist; not clearly expressed or understood

Synonyms & similar words

turbid cloudy mirky muddy cloudy foggy hazy obscure dim dull gloomy dreary shadowy murky nebulous opaque turbid unclear vague muddy murk misty smoky sooty

Example sentences

  1. The pond water was murky and green.
  2. The room was murky with shadows.
  3. The meaning of the poem was murky and hard to understand.
  4. The future of the company looked murky after the economic downturn.
  5. The murky depths of the ocean held many mysteries.

Quotes

  • The past is always murky, isn't it?
  • The future is always murky, but it's always worth a try.
  • I'm not interested in murky depths; I want clarity.

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