: characterized by dimness, indistinctness, or obscurity
the blurred names on the gravestones
: lacking clarity or sharpness : blurry
a blurred photograph
blurred vision
blurredly adverb
I am being lifted into the air—and even as I pant and stare blurredly, limply, mindlessly, a map appears, of the dark ground where I ran … Harold Brodkey

Examples of blurred in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Her nails were equally aquatic-inspired, a minimal but impactful design that complemented the blurred floral print of her dress. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 26 June 2024 The air hangs thick in these foggy, blurred scenes so much so that this stillness feels, not dismal but hopeful. Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 14 June 2024 Wilson’s mother, Lisa, said the 24-year-old had problems with blurred vision and depth perception. Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 22 Apr. 2024 But directly staring at the sun before and after the total eclipse, or watching a partial eclipse outside the path of totality without proper eye protection can result in permanent damage including blurred and altered vision. Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for blurred 

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Word History

First Known Use

1701, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of blurred was in 1701

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“Blurred.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blurred. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.

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