fuzzy

adjective

ˈfə-zē 

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

fuzzily

ˈfə-zə-lē 

adverb

fuzziness

ˈfə-zē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of fuzzy

• shaggy
• hairy
• rough

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

Cashmere Slim-Fit Cardigan Available in True Navy and black—and selling out fast in light ivory—this slim-fit cardigan is made from warm and fuzzy 100% cashmere. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2026

North paired the chunky, diamond chain with an oversized Balenciaga jersey, pleated mini skirt, tights and a pair of fuzzy boots. —Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 4 Jan. 2026

It’s made of a soft fuzzy material that's oh-so soft. —Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 4 Jan. 2026

Celebrities have avalanched their way back to America’s most famous ski area, swathed in their fuzzy coats and après ski chic looks. —Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

perhaps from Low German fussig loose, spongy

First Known Use

1713, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing fuzzy

• fuzzy logic
• fuzzy set

Kids Definition

fuzzy

adjective

ˈfəz-ē 

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

fuzzily

ˈfəz-ə-lē 

adverb

fuzziness

ˈfəz-ē-nəs 

noun