murkiness
|murk-i-ness|
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/ˈmɜːrkɪnəs/
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/ˈmɜːkɪnəs/
(murky)
dark and unclear
Etymology
Etymology Information
'murkiness' originates from the Old Norse word 'myrkr', where 'myrkr' meant 'darkness'.
Historical Evolution
'myrkr' changed from the Old English word 'murc' and eventually became the modern English word 'murky'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'darkness or gloom', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'obscurity or lack of clarity'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being murky; obscurity or darkness.
The murkiness of the water made it difficult to see the bottom.
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Last updated: 2025/02/13 19:36