Meaning of the word obscurity in English
What does obscurity mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
obscurity
US /əbˈskjʊr.ə.t̬i/
UK /əbˈskjʊə.rə.ti/
Noun
1.
the state of being unknown or forgotten
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He was a brilliant artist who lived and died in obscurity.
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After his brief moment of fame, he returned to obscurity.
2.
the quality of being difficult to understand
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The obscurity of the poem made it challenging to interpret.
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His writing is often criticized for its academic obscurity.
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