Definition of hazily

The word "hazily" has its origin in the 15th century. It comes from the Old English word "hæsile," which means "misty" or "foggy." This word is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "*hasilaz," which is also the source of the Modern English word "haze." Over time, the spelling of the word evolved from "hæsile" to "hasily" and eventually to "hazily." In the 16th century, "hazily" acquired its current meaning of "in a vague or unclear manner." It is often used to describe something that is indefinite, unclear, or hard to define. For example, "The plans for the project were hazily defined, leaving many details unclear." Today, "hazily" is a common adverb used to describe a range of phenomena, from a someone's memory to a company's business strategy.