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obscureness

1 of 1noun
/əbˈskjʊrnəs/
Forms:obscurenesses
1

the state of being unclear, hard to understand, or not well-known

  • The scientific theory was presented with such obscureness that only experts could truly grasp its implications.
  • The obscureness of the poet's writing led to many interpretations of his work.
  • The obscureness of the ancient text made it a challenge for even the most seasoned scholars to interpret.
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2

the state of being humble and unimportant

3

the state of being indistinct or indefinite for lack of adequate illumination

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