opacity

C2
Pronunciation
/oʊˈpæsɪtiː/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

The state or quality of being opaque, not allowing light to pass through

Example Sentences
  • We could not see the sandbar due to the opacity of the muddy water.
2 Definition

The state or quality of being inaccessible to understanding.

Example Sentences
  • The opacity of these decisions is troubling.
3 Definition

A measure of relative impenetrability to electromagnetic radiation such as light.

Example Sentences
  • The opacity of a clean glass window is near zero.