Hazily

/ˈheɪzɪli/

adverb

In a unclear way, lacking clarity or distinctness.

She remembered the event hazily, as if it was a distant dream.

Definition 1 of 2

Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'hazily' to describe memories that are not clear or are partly forgotten.

He hazily recalled the way home, unsure of the turns.

Pro Tip 2/3

'Hazily' suggests a lack of specific details about an event or experience.

She spoke about her childhood hazily, missing out on names and places.

Pro Tip 3/3

Compare unclear memories or thoughts to dreams when using 'hazily' to emphasize their vagueness.

The old man spoke hazily of his youth, as if narrating a dream.

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