bog
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /bɔg/
KK: /bɔg/
intransitive verb
Definition
To be delayed or obstructed in progress or movement.
Example
The car bogged down in the mud after the heavy rain.
Tense Forms
Past: bogged
Past Participle: bogged
Conversation
I feel like my progress on this project is really starting to bog down.
Yeah, sometimes it can be hard to keep the momentum going.
Exactly! I just need to find a way to push through the bog I’m experiencing.
Maybe taking a short break could help clear your mind.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
stall
delay
halt
Antonyms
advance
progress
speed
noun
Definition
A wet and spongy area of land that is often covered with moss and has a lot of water, usually found in cool climates.
Example
The hikers carefully walked around the bog to avoid getting their feet wet.
Conversation
Have you ever explored a bog before?
No, I haven't, but I've heard they can be really interesting.
Yeah, they have such unique plants and wildlife that thrive in that environment.
Root Explanation
The word 'bog' originates from the Irish word 'bogach', meaning soft or marshy ground. It refers specifically to wet, spongy land that is often covered with moss and other vegetation.
Memory Tip
Imagine a soft, marshy area where the ground feels spongy — that's what a bog is, derived from the Irish word for soft ground.
Visually Confused Words
brog
borg
bong
og
bo