Word
obscurity
Meanings
the state of not being famous or well known
the state of being hard to understand because it is unclear or not explained well
darkness or partial concealment that makes things difficult to see
Definition
Obscurity is the state of being unknown, not well understood, or not widely noticed.
Obscurity means a lack of fame, attention, or clear understanding. A person, place, or idea in obscurity is not widely known or recognized. It can also describe something that is hard to understand because it is unclear or hidden from view.
Examples
- The singer rose from obscurity after one viral video.
- The meaning of the poem is lost in obscurity.
- After the scandal, the actor returned to obscurity.
- The mountain was hidden in obscurity during the storm.
- Her early research remained in obscurity for years.