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What is another word for Fuzzy? – 122 Fuzzy Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    fluffy blurry vague indistinct unclear ambiguous cloudy murky hazy misty fuzzy dim faint obscure indefinite uncertain vague nebulous imprecise inexact loose sloppy careless lax lenient soft downy woolly fleecy velvety silky smooth blurred unfocused out-of-focus

    Meaning of Fuzzy

    The primary meaning of the word "Fuzzy" is related to something being unclear or difficult to perceive.

    Definitions

    • Having a frizzy or fluffy texture, typically referring to hair or fabric
    • Not clear or distinct in outline or shape, often due to being out of focus or blurred
    • Uncertain or vague in meaning or definition
    • Relating to or using fuzzy logic, a mathematical approach to dealing with uncertainty

    Etymology of Fuzzy

    The word "Fuzzy" originated in the mid-17th century, initially used to describe something as frizzy or fluffy
    The term gained broader usage in the 20th century, particularly in the context of photography and image processing, to describe something as blurred or out of focus
    In the late 20th century, the term "fuzzy" was adopted in mathematics and computer science to describe fuzzy logic and its applications

    Example Uses

    • The fuzzy edges of the photograph made it difficult to identify the subject
    • The concept of fuzzy logic is used in artificial intelligence to handle uncertain or imprecise data
    • The fuzzy hair on the teddy bear made it look cute and cuddly

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