Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
obscuration
Noun
/ˌɒb.skjuˈreɪ.ʃən/
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Definition
The act or process of obscuring; the state of being obscured or hidden.
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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.
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Meaning
Obscuration refers to the condition in which something is made unclear, concealed, or not easily seen.
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Synonyms
- Concealment
- Obscurity
- Clouding
- Darkening
- Veiling