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abstruse

1 of 1adjective
/æbˈstruːs/
Forms:more abstruse,most abstruse
1

difficult to understand due to being complex or obscure

C2
  • The professor's abstruse lecture on theoretical physics left many students bewildered, struggling to grasp the complex concepts.
  • The book's abstruse language and philosophical discussions made it challenging for readers without a background in philosophy.
  • The software manual was written in such an abstruse manner that even experienced users found it difficult to navigate.
  • The poet's abstruse verses, filled with metaphor and symbolism, required careful analysis to uncover their deeper meanings.
  • The philosopher's abstruse theories challenged conventional wisdom, pushing the boundaries of traditional thought.