misty
word
Definition
When something is 'misty', it is covered with mist, making it hard to see clearly. It can also mean unclear or not sharp, either literally or figuratively.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used to describe weather or landscapes ('misty morning', 'misty hills'), but also for feelings or memories ('misty eyes' means teary or emotional). More poetic/formal than simply 'foggy'; describes thinner, softer mist. Not used for artificial smoke.
Spanish: brumoso - nebulosoPortuguese (BR): nebuloso - enevoadoPortuguese (PT): nebuloso - enevoadoChinese (Simplified): 有雾的 - 朦胧的Chinese (Traditional): 有霧的 - 朦朧的Hindi: धुंधला - कुहासाArabic: ضبابيBengali: কুয়াশাচ্ছন্ন - ঝাপসাRussian: туманный - затуманенныйJapanese: 霧のかかった - ぼんやりしたVietnamese: mù mịt - mờ ảoKorean: 안개 낀 - 흐릿한Turkish: sisli - pusluUrdu: دھندلا - مبہم (غیر واضح)Indonesian: berkabut - samar
Example Sentences
The mountains looked misty in the distance.
basic
It was a misty morning by the lake.
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Driving was hard because the window was misty.
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She had misty eyes after watching that sad movie.
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The city looked beautiful under the misty lights at night.
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I love walking in the park when it's a little misty outside.
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