Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
befog
Verb
/bɪˈfɒɡ/
Definition
To make something unclear or obscure; to confuse or cloud understanding.
Examples
- His explanation only served to befog the issue further.
- The heavy fog befogged the roadway, making driving difficult.
- Don’t let your emotions becloud the issues; it will only befog your judgment.
Meaning
Befog means to cause confusion or to make something less clear, often referring to thoughts or ideas that become jumbled or indistinct.
Synonyms
- Confuse
- Obscure
- Cloud
- Muddle
