Synonyms

blurry

American

[blur-ee] / ˈblɜr i /

adjective

blurrier, blurriest

blurred; indistinct.

Other Word Forms

blurrily adverb
blurriness noun

Etymology

Origin of blurry

blur + -y ¹

Example Sentences

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It flags blurry photos, screenshots and other possible throwaway images.

From The Wall Street Journal

When AFP visited, relatives of the missing packed into a local elder's cramped home, showing WhatsApp and Facebook groups filled with blurry images, unverified lists and rumours.

From Barron's

The lime-green background and blurry typography on the cover of her sixth album, “Brat,” quickly became internet shorthand for the season’s pursuit of devil-may-care indulgence and personal adventure.

From The Wall Street Journal

The edges of his vision were a little blurry even now, but this was a normal feeling.

From Literature

For a moment, a dark blurry figure caught his attention again.

From Literature

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