Definition

To make something unclear or difficult to understand, often by covering it with confusion or uncertainty.

Example

The sudden changes in policy beclouded the company's future plans.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I feel like recent events have really started to becloud the issue at hand.

Yeah, it’s hard to see what’s really important with all the noise.

Exactly! We need to focus on the facts and not let emotions becloud our judgment.

I agree, clear thinking is crucial in situations like this.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Becloud → It is formed from "be-" (meaning to cover or surround) and "cloud" (from Old English "clud", meaning a mass of rock or cloud). The word "becloud" means to cover or obscure something, like how clouds can obscure the sky.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'covered' ('be-') by a 'cloud' — that's why becloud means to obscure or cover.

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