misty — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

misty (/ˈmɪsti/)

adjective  ·  Intermediate  ·  Nature & Environment

🔊 /ˈmɪsti/

Meaning

Meaning: covered with light mist

Covered with a light mist, so the air looks slightly white and it is hard to see far. It can also describe eyes filling with tears.

Examples

🗣 The hills looked beautiful and misty at dawn.

Etymology

From ‘mist’ (Old English ‘mist’) plus ‘-y’.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for hazy weather and for tearful, emotional moments.

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Tags: weather, visibility

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