Muddied

adjective

Word Frequency: 0.2

Definitions

1.adjectiveMade dirty with mud.

2.adjectiveMade unclear, obfuscated (generally as part of the phrase muddied the water)

"He muddied the situation until they acquitted in confusion."

3.adjectiveMade muted of color.

"The addition of the second batch of paint muddied the bright colors to a dull and washed look."

4.verbTo get mud on (something).

"If you muddy your shoes don't wear them inside."

5.verbTo make a mess of, or create confusion with regard to; to muddle.

"The discussion only muddied their understanding of the subject."

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