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/ˈmɜːrkɪnəs/ · mur.ki.ness
noun
  1. The state or quality of being dark, obscure, or unclear. The murkiness of the swamp made it difficult to navigate.
  2. A lack of clarity or transparency, often in a situation or decision. The murkiness of the company's financial dealings led to a loss of investor confidence.
Did you know? The word 'murkiness' is often used in literature to describe the eerie or foreboding atmosphere of a setting, such as a dark and mysterious forest.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 14, 2026