fuzzier; fuzziest
1
: marked by or giving a suggestion of fuzz
a fuzzy covering of felt
a fuzzy stuffed toy
2
: lacking in clarity or definition
moving the camera causes fuzzy photos
The line between our areas of responsibility is fuzzy.
His reasoning is a little fuzzy.
3
: being, relating to, or invoking pleasant and usually sentimental emotions
warm and fuzzy feelings
Examples of fuzzy in a Sentence
Adjective
The plant has fuzzy leaves.
Without my glasses everything looks fuzzy.
The line between our areas of responsibility is fuzzy.
I think his reasoning is a little fuzzy.
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Julia Harrison,
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26 June 2026
Audra stooped down to hug Christina, 3, who donned a fuzzy white jacket with bear-like ears on the hood.
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Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
The brief clip showed off a new cast of characters, beginning with fuzzy television static before exploding into a montage propelled by intense music and kinetic bursts of action, carrying on the spirit of the first season through energetic animation and heavily stylised art.
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23 June 2026
That colorful caterpillar in your garden may look cute and fuzzy, but steer clear!
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Adjective
With a soft and fuzzy feel, the machine-washable rug is equal parts cozy and practical.
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Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2026
Audra stooped down to hug Christina, 3, who donned a fuzzy white jacket with bear-like ears on the hood.
—
Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
The brief clip showed off a new cast of characters, beginning with fuzzy television static before exploding into a montage propelled by intense music and kinetic bursts of action, carrying on the spirit of the first season through energetic animation and heavily stylised art.
—
Kambole Campbell,
Variety,
23 June 2026
That colorful caterpillar in your garden may look cute and fuzzy, but steer clear!
—
Arricca Elin Sansone,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for fuzzy
Cite this Entry
“Fuzzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fuzzy. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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fuzzy
adjective
fuzzier; fuzziest
1
: covered with or resembling fuzz
2
: not clear : indistinct
a fuzzy picture
3
: being, relating to, or causing pleasant and usually emotional feelings
warm and fuzzy feelings
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