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Definition of cloudily

cloudily

/ˈklaʊ.dɪ.li/
clou · di · ly
Adjective:cloudy
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• adverb

1

In a hazy, opaque, or overcast manner; without visual clarity.

Example

"The chemical solution settled cloudily at the bottom of the glass beaker."

2

In a vague, confused, or indistinct manner (of thoughts, memories, or expressions).

Example

"Still half-asleep, he remembered the events of the previous evening only cloudily."

3

In a gloomy, sullen, or brooding manner.

Example

"After receiving the disappointing news, he stared cloudily out the window for the rest of the afternoon."

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• Rhymes for cloudily

• Nearby Words

cloudcap
cloudcap falls
clouded
cloudily
cloudiness
cloudless
cloudlessly

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cloudily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cloudily
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