Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

obscuration

Noun
/ˌɒb.skjuˈreɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act or process of obscuring; the state of being obscured or hidden.
Examples
  • The obscuration of the stars during the eclipse was a breathtaking sight.
  • His speech was filled with obscuration, making it hard to understand his main point.
  • The obscuration of the view by the fog made it difficult to navigate the road.
Meaning
Obscuration refers to the condition in which something is made unclear, concealed, or not easily seen.
Synonyms
  • Concealment
  • Obscurity
  • Clouding
  • Darkening
  • Veiling