Muddy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective verb /ˈmə-dē/ mud·dy

Meaning & Definition of Muddy

Muddy (adjective)

  1. full of or covered with mud
  2. characteristic or suggestive of mud
  3. turbid with sediment

Muddy (verb)

  1. confuse
  2. to soil or stain with or as if with mud
  3. to make turbid

Word Forms of Muddy

Inflections: muddier, muddiest, muddied, muddying

Derived words: muddily (adverb), muddiness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Muddy

First known use: 15th century

Words & Phrases Containing Muddy

Frequently Asked Questions about Muddy

What does "Muddy" mean?

"Muddy" means full of or covered with mud. As an an adjective and a verb, it is defined as: full of or covered with mud. It has 6 distinct senses.

Is "Muddy" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Muddy" can be used as an adjective and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Muddy"?

"Muddy" is pronounced /ˈmə-dē/ and divided into syllables as mud·dy.

What is the origin of the word "Muddy"?

First known use: 15th century.

What does "Muddy" mean as an adjective?

As an adjective, "Muddy" means: full of or covered with mud; characteristic or suggestive of mud; turbid with sediment.

What does "Muddy" mean as a verb?

As a verb, "Muddy" means: confuse; to soil or stain with or as if with mud; to make turbid.

What are the forms of "Muddy"?

The word forms of "Muddy" include muddier, muddiest, muddied and muddying.

What words are derived from "Muddy"?

Words derived from "Muddy" include muddily (adverb) and muddiness (noun).