Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

not have the foggiest idea

idiom
/nɒt hæv ðə ˈfɒɡiːst aɪˈdɪə/
Definition
To have no knowledge or understanding about something.
Examples
  • I don’t have the foggiest idea how to solve this puzzle.
  • When asked about the movie, he said he didn’t have the foggiest idea what it was about.
  • She looked confused and admitted, ‘I not have the foggiest idea where we are.’
Meaning
This phrase is often used to express complete ignorance regarding a topic or question.
Synonyms
  • have no clue
  • be in the dark
  • not have a clue
  • be clueless