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clouding
This term describes a transition from clarity to opacity, whether in a physical substance or a mental state. In medical or chemical contexts, it refers to the loss of transparency in a liquid or tissue, often signaling a pathological change or a chemical reaction.
When used figuratively regarding judgment or memory, it suggests an external influence—such as emotion, bias, or intoxication—that obscures rational thought. This usage implies a temporary or progressive impairment of clarity rather than a permanent loss of faculty.
Meanings
The process of becoming opaque or cloudy, particularly in a liquid or a biological lens.
The act of making something unclear, confused, or obscured, often referring to judgment or memory.
Becoming opaque or losing transparency.
The solution began clouding as the temperature dropped.
Examples
長年塩分を含んだ空気にさらされたため、ガラスに白濁が見られた。