muddy
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ddy
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/mˈʌdi/
muddied

Definition & Meaning of "muddy"in English

01

marked by a mixture of soil and water

muddy definition and meaning
Examples
After the rain, the backyard became muddy and difficult to walk through.
02

having a dull or mixed color

Examples
The painter used muddy colors, making the artwork appear lifeless.
Examples
The speaker 's muddy explanations left the audience puzzled and unsure about the topic
04

having indistinct audio quality

Examples
The recording had a muddy sound, obscuring the lyrics.
05

having questionable ethical standards

Examples
The politician 's muddy past raised concerns among voters.
to muddy
01

to cause something to become dirty, often by adding mud

Examples
Heavy rains can muddy the river, making it unsafe for swimming.
02

to make something unclear or difficult to understand

Transitive: to muddy sth
Examples
Introducing too many technical terms can muddy the explanation for those who are not familiar with the subject.
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