obscure
/əbˈskjʊr/
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Also a verb
Meaning
Not widely known, seen, or recognized by most people.
The film was directed by an obscure filmmaker whose work rarely reached mainstream theaters.
Why did the researcher choose such an obscure town for the field study?
Difficult to understand, interpret, or explain because of a lack of clarity.
His writing style was obscure and full of convoluted metaphors that baffled critics.
Did you find the legal contract somewhat obscure in its explanation of liability?
Collocations
- obscure figure
- obscure origin
- obscure reference
- obscure meaning
Synonyms
- unknown
- unclear
- vague
Antonyms
- famous
- clear
Meaning
To prevent something from being seen, heard, or understood clearly.
Thick fog obscured the mountain peak throughout the entire morning.
Careful wording was used so the report would not obscure the underlying financial problems.
How it's used
This means “hide something from sight or understanding”
- obscure the view
“obscure it.”
Tall trees obscure the view of the lake from our porch.
Collocations
- obscure the truth