What is another word for muddied waters?
Pronunciation: [mˈʌdɪd wˈɔːtəz] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms for the phrase "muddied waters" which refers to a situation or issue that has become unclear or confusing. One such synonym is "murky waters", which denotes the same connotation of obscurity and confusion. Another synonym is "clouded issues", which describes the situation in which the facts are uncertain or vague. "Hazy situation" and "difficult circumstances" are also good substitutes to describe a vexing problem. Finally, the phrase "obscured truth" is another alternative when referring to a situation in which the facts have been intentionally or unintentionally obscured. All of these synonyms convey the same meaning of confusion and uncertainty that characterizes the concept of "muddied waters".
