Definition

Describing something that is soft, muddy, and difficult to walk on, similar to a swamp or bog.

Example

The hikers struggled to cross the quagmiry terrain, sinking into the mud with every step.

Conversation

Did you see that path we took yesterday?

Yeah, it was so quagmiry after the rain.

I thought we were going to get stuck for a moment!

Right? We definitely need to find a better route next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quagmiry is derived from "quagmire" (from Middle English *quagmir*, meaning a bog or swamp) and the suffix "-y" (meaning characterized by). The word "quagmiry" describes something that is characterized by or resembling a quagmire, often implying a muddy or difficult situation.

Memory Tip

Imagine a muddy swamp ('quagmire') that makes things difficult to navigate. This helps you remember that 'quagmiry' describes something that is like a quagmire.

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