FUZZY Synonyms: 107 Similar and Opposite Words

fuzzy

adjective

ˈfə-zē

Definition of fuzzy next

as in shaggy

made of or resembling hair wore a fuzzy red wig at the Halloween party

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as in vague

not expressed in precise terms the specifics of the program proposed by the candidate are rather fuzzy, perhaps intentionally so

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as in faint

not seen or understood clearly saw a fuzzy outline through the fog

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Recent Examples of fuzzy Synthetic fabrics like polyester, nylon and acrylic shed tiny plastic fibers every time they’re washed — especially fuzzy materials like polyester fleece. —

Ryan Brennan may 11, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 May 2026 Lion’s ear produce clusters of fuzzy orange flowers that give the plant its common name. —

Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 10 May 2026 The mushrooms bloomed among a thick layer of something fuzzy and white and decidedly … gross. —

Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 8 May 2026 This week, Charli XCX ditches the dancefloor on a fuzzy rock song, J Balvin and Ryan Castro make their case for song of the summer with an aerobic track, and Little Simz spits atop a trap beat, once again solidifying her rap icon status. —

Rolling Stone, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for fuzzy

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Adjective

Continue tossing with the fork until the dough is just evenly damp and shaggy, being careful not to overwork the dough too much.

— The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026
Wearing an Old 97’s T-shirt that hints at his Texas days, the shaggy haired promoter is putting out small fires ahead of the first major show at the 4,500-seat Grind City Amp, a new venue six years in the making, whose soaring stage frames Bluff City’s riverside skyline.

— Chris Kenning, USA Today, 15 May 2026