ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Cloudy

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈklaʊ̯diː/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Cloudy is an adjective meaning Covered with or characterised by clouds.

Meaning

Covered with or characterised by clouds.

More Meanings

  1. Not transparent or clear.
  2. Uncertain; unclear.
  3. (computing, informal) Using or relating to cloud computing.
  4. Having cloudlike markings.
  5. (slang, archaic) shady; sketchy; suspicious

Example Sentences

cloudy marble
a cloudy infrastructure
[…] aerogel resembles smoke that has been frozen into place — it's cloudy, translucent and virtually weightless.

Word Forms

Synonyms for cloudy

Depending on context, synonyms include clouded, overcast, sullen, dull, turbid, opaque.

Antonyms for cloudy

Common opposites include cloudless, clear.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include cloudlike, clouded, brumous, nebulous, misty, hazy.

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