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Meaning of obscurity
The state of being unknown or unremarkable
Etymology of obscurity
The word "obscurity" originates from the Latin "obscurus," meaning dark or obscure, which is derived from "ob-" (against, over) and "scurus" (dark)
Historically, the term has been used to describe something or someone that is not well-known or is difficult to comprehend
Synonyms
ambiguity
anonymity
darkness
invisibility
secrecy
seclusion
concealment
mysteriousness
unintelligibility
vagueness
abstruseness
reclusiveness
solitude
isolation
inconspicuousness
unobtrusiveness
unnoticeability
ignominy
ignobility
namelessness
facelessness
obscurantism
occultation
occultness
murkiness
turbidity
opacity
impenetrability
inexplicability
Definitions
- The state of being unknown, inconspicuous, or unremarkable
- * The state of being difficult to understand or interpret
Usage Examples
- The artist's work was relegated to obscurity after his death, only to be rediscovered decades later
- * The professor's use of technical jargon plunged the lecture into obscurity, confusing many students
Antonyms
fame
celebrity
prominence
notoriety
renown
distinction
visibility
recognizability
conspicuousness
transparency
clarity
intelligibility
lucidity
simplicity
straightforwardness
explicitness
obviousness
popularity
reputation
prestige