Definition

To become unclear or indistinct, often due to mist or fog.

Example

As the sun set, the landscape began to haze over, making it hard to see the details.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you notice how the city hazes up when it rains?

Yeah, it makes everything look so mysterious and beautiful.

I love that moment when the buildings start to haze in the distance.

Same here! It feels like we're in a movie.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A thin layer of something that makes it hard to see clearly, often caused by moisture, dust, or smoke in the air.

Example

The mountains were barely visible through the haze.

Conversation

Have you noticed that there’s a strange haze outside today?

Yeah, I thought it was just me! It’s hard to see clearly.

I wonder if it’s from that wildfire nearby creating all this haze.

Definition

To initiate someone into a group, often through humiliating or difficult tasks or pranks.

Example

The new members were hazed during their initiation into the fraternity.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new pledge process at the fraternity?

Yeah, I heard they really haze the newcomers this year.

That sounds brutal; I can't believe they still do that.

Root Explanation

Haze → The word 'haze' originates from Middle English 'haes', meaning a state of confusion or obscurity. It is related to the Old English 'hæse', which means to confuse or to make indistinct. The term describes a condition where clarity is obscured, often by atmospheric conditions.

Memory Tip

Think of a state of confusion or obscurity, as 'haze' refers to something that makes things unclear or indistinct.

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