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
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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Beaded Flower Craft - Kids can design their very own flower using beads and fuzzy sticks during this 30-minute activity at the Nature Center.
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Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 18 Apr. 2024
Generally speaking, the bigger the artichoke, the more fibrous and inedible its choke (that fuzzy business!) and outer leaves.
—Benjamin Kemper, Saveur, 17 Apr. 2024
No amount of buzzwords or fuzzy talk erases that reality.
—Drake Bentley, Journal Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2024
Mayman says the logistics and safety of putting a someone on board are still fuzzy, but remain part of the long-term plan.
—J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2024
The caterpillars are fuzzy with colorful bodies and prefer to feed on oak trees.
—Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
Instead of hitting the gym, many TikTokers are wearing fuzzy pajamas, lighting their favorite candles, investing in soft mood lighting and strolling on an at-home walking pad while streaming their favorite shows.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
According to the University of Florida, the fuzzy insects have little impact on their preferred snack, oak trees.
—Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
My own personal history with the London Fog latte is similarly fuzzy.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2024
Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 18 Apr. 2024
Generally speaking, the bigger the artichoke, the more fibrous and inedible its choke (that fuzzy business!) and outer leaves.
—Benjamin Kemper, Saveur, 17 Apr. 2024
No amount of buzzwords or fuzzy talk erases that reality.
—Drake Bentley, Journal Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2024
Mayman says the logistics and safety of putting a someone on board are still fuzzy, but remain part of the long-term plan.
—J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2024
The caterpillars are fuzzy with colorful bodies and prefer to feed on oak trees.
—Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
Instead of hitting the gym, many TikTokers are wearing fuzzy pajamas, lighting their favorite candles, investing in soft mood lighting and strolling on an at-home walking pad while streaming their favorite shows.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
According to the University of Florida, the fuzzy insects have little impact on their preferred snack, oak trees.
—Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
My own personal history with the London Fog latte is similarly fuzzy.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2024
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“Fuzzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fuzzy. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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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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