blur
Translation
to make indistinct, to obscure, to become unclear
Examples
Tears blurred her vision.
Tears blurred her vision.
The lines between work and home are blurring.
The lines between work and home are blurring.
Grammar Patterns
blur ((sth.)) to make (sth.) indistinct Tears blurred her vision.
((sth.)) blurs (sth.) becomes indistinct The image blurs easily.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obscure, dim, cloud; Antonyms: clarify, focus
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, perhaps related to 'blear' (to make dim, as with tears).
Memory Tips
The word 'blur' itself sounds a bit fuzzy, like the visual effect it describes. Think of a blurry photo.