Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

marshy

Adjective
/ˈmɑːrʃi/
Definition
Characterized by or resembling a marsh; wet and soggy land.
Examples
  • The marshy landscape was home to many unique bird species.
  • We had to navigate through a marshy area to reach the campsite.
  • Marshy conditions can make hiking quite challenging.
Meaning
Marshy describes an area of land that is very damp and often covered with water or soil that is saturated with moisture, typically supporting a variety of vegetation like reeds and grasses.
Synonyms
  • wetland
  • swampy
  • boggy
  • quaggy
  • soggy