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Synonyms

boggy

American  
[bog-ee, baw-gee] / ˈbɒg i, ˈbɔ gi /

adjective

boggier, boggiest

  1. containing or full of bogs: bog.

    It was difficult walking through the boggy terrain.

  2. wet and spongy.

    The ground is boggy under foot.

Other Word Forms

  • bogginess noun
  • unboggy adjective

Etymology

Origin of boggy

First recorded in 1580–90; bog 1 + -y 1

Example Sentences

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Grassy hills and boggy ditches are Megan Keith's happy place.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

The outfield is decidedly boggy out there as the Pears openers knock the ball around.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2024

What is more, this new boggy landscape can store more carbon over time.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2023

The story of the Netherlands’ long struggles against excess water is written all over its boggy landscape.

From New York Times • Oct. 12, 2022

Some snowdrops'd come out in the boggy spot, by Dad's greenhouse.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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