blurry

adjective

blur·​ry ˈblər-ē 

blurrier; blurriest

: lacking definition or focus

blurrily

ˈblər-ə-lē 

adverb

blurriness

ˈblər-ē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of blurry

• vague
• faint
• hazy

Examples of blurry in a Sentence

a blurry image in the foreground of the photograph

Recent Examples on the Web

The general result of the Falcons’ joint practice, split among position groups, isn’t quite as blurry. — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 19 Aug. 2026

But after Walker, things have gotten a little blurry with recent activity. — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026

According to former Disney cast members, the divide between fantasy and reality can get surprisingly blurry for some adults who do become deeply attached to park performers. — Alexis Mikulski Ruiz, Rolling Stone, 18 Aug. 2026

The light entering my eyes would bend at two different angles, confusing my brain and making my vision a little blurry. — E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1757, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for blurry

• burry
• currie
• flurry
• furry
• hurry
• murry
• scurry
• slurry
• worry