fuzzy

fuz-zy · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Having a soft, light texture like fuzz or fine hair.

  2. 2.

    Not clear or distinct; blurred or hazy.

  3. 3.

    (Computing) Of or relating to a form of logic that allows for degrees of truth rather than binary true/false values.

Phrases & expressions

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    fuzzy logic — a form of computing logic that handles approximate rather than fixed values
  • •
    warm and fuzzy — pleasant feelings of comfort or affection
  • •
    fuzzy thinking — unclear or muddled reasoning

Related words

Antonyms: clear, distinct, sharp
See also: blurry, fluffy, unclear
Synonyms: blurry, fluffy, indistinct, unclear

Etymology

From English fuzz (loose fibers or fluff), of uncertain origin, possibly from Low German or Dutch. The suffix -y forms the adjective, first appearing in the early 18th century.