Definition

In a way that is unclear or difficult to see, often due to fog or confusion.

Example

The landscape appeared foggily, making it hard to see the path ahead.

Conversation

I couldn't see the road clearly this morning because it was so foggily out.

Yeah, I noticed that too; it made driving a bit tricky.

I always feel a bit uneasy when the weather is foggily like that.

Same here! It really slows everything down.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Foggily → It is formed from "fog" (from Old English *fogga*, meaning a cloud of vapor or mist) and the suffix "-ily" (meaning in a manner). The word "foggily" means in a manner that is characterized by fog or mist, making things unclear.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'fog' which represents a cloud of mist, and remember that 'foggily' describes something that is unclear or hazy, just like fog.

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