English · Nature & Environment
misty
/ˈmɪsti/
[/ˈmɪsti/]
covered with light mist
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Covered with a light mist, so the air looks slightly white and it is hard to see far. It can also describe eyes filling with tears.
Example
The hills looked beautiful and misty at dawn.
The hills looked beautiful and misty at dawn.
Etymology
From 'mist' (Old English 'mist') plus '-y'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for hazy weather and for tearful, emotional moments.