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Obscured - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

obscured

/əbˈskjʊrd/ /əbˈskjʊəd/

Definition:

Made unclear or difficult to see or understand.

Synonyms:

hidden, concealed, veiled, masked, shrouded

Part of Speech:

verb, adjective

Antonyms:

clear, revealed

Common Collocations:

obscured view, obscured truth, obscured by fog

Derivatives:

obscuring, obscurer, obscurement

Usage Tips:

Use "obscured" when something is hidden or made unclear, often by another object or condition.

Common Phrases:

obscured from view, obscured by clouds, obscured in mystery

Etymology:

From Latin "obscurare," meaning to darken or hide.

Examples:

  • 1. The fog obscured the mountain peaks.
  • 2. Her words were obscured by the loud noise.
  • 3. The artist obscured parts of the painting intentionally.
  • 4. The truth was obscured by conflicting reports.

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