obscure

C1
Pronunciation
/əbˈskjɔː(ɹ)/
/əbˈskjɝ/
Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To render obscure; to darken; to make dim; to keep in the dark; to hide; to make less visible, intelligible, legible, glorious, beautiful, or illustrious.

2 Definition

To hide, put out of sight etc.

3 Definition

To conceal oneself; to hide.

Adjective
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Dark, faint or indistinct.

2 Definition

Hidden, out of sight or inconspicuous.

3 Definition

Difficult to understand.

Example Sentences
  • an obscure passage or inscription;    The speaker made obscure references to little-known literary works.
4 Definition

Not well-known.

5 Definition

Unknown or uncertain; unclear.

Example Sentences
  • The etymological roots of the word "blizzard" are obscure and open to debate.