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murky Antonyms
Opposite of murky
Because the opposite of murky shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Dark and gloomy, especially due to thick mist, smoke, or suspended sediment in liquid.
Usage Example
"The divers struggled to see the shipwreck through the clear river water."
Strongest
clear
transparent
limpid
Strong
pellucid
bright
sunny
translucent
cloudless
• adjective (Context 2)
Obscure, confused, or morally questionable and suspicious.
Usage Example
"The investigative journalist uncovered the transparent financial dealings behind the real estate development."
Strongest
transparent
clear
Strong
straightforward
honest
aboveboard
unambiguous
lucid
Similar words to murky
Words similar to murky shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
cloudy
turbid
obscure
muddy
shady
dubious
gloomy
questionable
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Murky. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/murky