blurred
/blɜːd/
Meanings
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adjective
The state or quality of being blurred or out of focus.
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verb
To make or become unclear or indistinct.
Antonyms
sharpen
Synonyms
pixelate , smooth , unfocus
Rhymes
Words rhyming with blurredhured , spured , furred
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,-
blared (English) : to make a loud, prolonged noise
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blew (English) : past tense of 'blow'
Variants
List of all variants of blurred that leads to same resultblurred , blurredly , blur , blurring , blurringly , blurs
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).blurrings, blurredly, more blurred
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From old English 'blawan' meaning 'to swell' or 'to blow'. The modern English word 'blurred' comes from the Middle English 'blured', which meant 'to be swollen' or 'to be inflamed'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'blurred' is often used in legal contexts to describe evidence that is unclear or difficult to interpret.
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In some cases, a blurred image can be used as a form of censorship or privacy protection.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
defocus: The deliberate act of making an image or focus unclear or indistinct, often used in photography.
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blur effect: A visual effect used in photography, video, and graphic design to make an image or text appear out of focus or indistinct.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'blurred' is often used to describe a character's vision or memory, which can add depth and complexity to the narrative. In art, a blurred image can create a sense of motion or ambiguity. In music, a blurred sound can add texture and depth to a composition.
How to Memorize "blurred"
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visualize
- Imagine a photograph that is out of focus, with the image appearing blurry or indistinct.
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associate
- Associate the word 'blurred' with the idea of being unclear or indistinct.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'B-L-U-R-R-E-D' to remember the meaning of the word: 'Blurred' means 'unclear' or 'indistinct'.
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