misty

[ˈmɪsti]

misty Definition

  • 1full of mist or covered in mist
  • 2obscured by or as if by mist
  • 3vague or hazy, as if seen through a mist

Using misty: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "misty" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The morning was misty and damp.

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    The view was misty, and I couldn't see the mountains clearly.

  • Example

    Her memories of childhood are misty and unclear.

  • Example

    The future is still misty and uncertain.

misty Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for misty

Phrases with misty

  • misty-eyed

    having eyes filled with tears, especially as a result of strong emotion

    Example

    She became misty-eyed when she saw her childhood home again.

  • a light rain that falls gently and slowly

    Example

    We walked in the misty rain, enjoying the quiet beauty of the forest.

  • a morning with a lot of mist

    Example

    The misty morning made everything look mysterious and magical.

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Summary: misty in Brief

'Misty' [ˈmɪsti] describes something that is full of mist or obscured by it. It can also refer to something vague or hazy, as if seen through a mist. Examples include 'The morning was misty and damp,' and 'Her memories of childhood are misty and unclear.' The phrase 'misty-eyed' refers to having eyes filled with tears, especially as a result of strong emotion.

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