obscure
//əbˈskjʊr//
Translation
obscure
Definition
Obscure describes something that is not well known, hidden from general view, or difficult to understand due to its lack of prominence or visibility. This meaning emphasizes a state of being remote, unfamiliar, or intentionally kept out of the spotlight, often referring to places, facts, or works that are overlooked or little known. In usage, it can apply to a person of humble origins, a rare book, or a subtle detail that escapes notice.
Example
“The author remained obscure for decades until a literary critic rediscovered her work.”
“They hiked to an obscure mountain village that wasn't marked on any map.”
“His research focused on an obscure species of beetle found only in a single cave system.”
“The meaning of the ancient symbol remains obscure to modern scholars.”
“She quoted an obscure passage from a medieval manuscript that few had ever read.”
“The restaurant is so obscure that even locals rarely find it.”
“He made a living by collecting and selling obscure vinyl records from the 1960s.”
“The festival celebrates obscure folk traditions that have nearly died out.”
“Her role in the project was obscure, often overshadowed by her more famous colleagues.”
“The trail led to an obscure clearing where an old cabin stood abandoned.”
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Other meanings
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