Franz Boas

I object to teaching of slogans intended to befog the mind, of whatever kind they may be.

American Scientist

Often used metaphorically to describe situations where information is made unclear intentionally.

In discussions, 'befog' implies deliberate confusion to avoid the subject.

Used to caution against unclear thinking or reasoning.

Primarily used to describe physical obscurity due to fog or mist.

Effective in creating visual imagery in descriptive writing or storytelling.

Often associated with descriptions of weather or environmental conditions.