misty
- 01 B1 Intermediate
full of mist or thin fog, making it hard to see far.
characterised by or covered with mist; obscured by low-lying water vapour.
Simple“The mountains looked beautiful in the misty morning air.”
In context“The hikers struggled to find the trail markers in the misty conditions, as the visibility had dropped to less than twenty metres.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
not clear or easy to see, hear, or remember.
lacking clarity or distinctness; vague or obscure in form or memory.
Simple“I have a misty memory of visiting this park when I was a child.”
In context“The old photograph was so misty and faded that we could barely recognise the faces of our ancestors.”
- 03 C1 Advanced
having eyes that are wet with tears, usually because you are feeling emotional.
describing eyes that are blurred or moist with tears, typically due to nostalgia or sadness.
Simple“She grew misty-eyed as she watched her daughter walk onto the stage.”
In context“The veteran grew misty at the sight of the memorial, his composure momentarily failing him as he recalled his fallen comrades.”