murky
Translation
murky, dark, gloomy
Examples
The water in the lake is murky.
The water in the lake is murky.
He has a murky past.
He has a murky past.
Grammar Patterns
((murky)) ((noun)) describes a noun The murky water hid the rocks.
((sth.)) is ((murky)) used with the verb 'to be' The river is murky after the storm.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dim, cloudy, obscure, unclear; Antonyms: clear, bright, transparent
Etymology
From Old Norse 'myrkr' meaning 'darkness'. Related to the word 'mirk'.
Memory Tips
It sounds a bit like 'mercury', which can be a murky, toxic liquid. Imagine looking through murky water.