Murk refers to darknesslack of light; a condition where little or nothing can be seen or low visibilityhow easily things can be seen in a place, especially when the air is filled with something that makes it hard to see. It can also be a verb meaning to darken or make something gloomydark, sad, or lacking cheerfulness.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /mərk/
Easy pronunciation: MURK (approximate spelling).
Stress: One syllable, so the word is fully stressed.
Noun sense: dark, hazy air with reduced visibility.
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Murk Meaning
dark, hazy air that is hard to see through
Part of speech: noun
Definition: an atmosphere in which visibility is reduced because of a cloud of some substance
Example: The boat moved slowly through the murk of the early morning fog.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- fog — A close substitute when murk means thick, low-visibility air.
- murkiness — A noun that names the condition of being murky.
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Other Meanings of Murk
Meaning 2
to make something dark or gloomy
Part of speech: verb
Definition: make dark, dim, or gloomy
Example: The heavy clouds murked the sky before sunset.
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Murk Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- fog
- murkiness
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes use murk only for weather, but it can also be a verb meaning to make something darker or gloomier.
- Do not confuse murk with murky: murk is the noun or verb, while murky is the adjective.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does murk mean?
Murk usually means dark or hazy air that reduces visibility. It can also mean to make something dark or gloomy.
What is a synonym for murk?
For the noun sense, fog is a strong synonym. Murkiness is also related, but it is more of a noun describing the condition.
Is murk an adjective?
No. Murk is usually a noun or a verb. The adjective form is murky.
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