(of a sound or voice) Low in volume
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Not fully explained, discovered or known about
“The origins of this ancient relic remain obscure, even to historians.”
Not clearly expressed or easily understood
“The foreigners spoke in an obscure language.”
Physically or visibly unclear or indistinct
“An obscure image of the Grim Reaper would appear in the distance before Bill and Ted during their bogus journey.”
Not important or well known
“He had a habit of casting obscure, yet talented, actors.”
Being without, or without much, light
“The fugitive was hiding in an obscure spot within the deserted warehouse.”
(of a place or location) Remote or secluded in nature
“We stopped by at an obscure little town on the way to our destination.”
Not clearly visible or attracting attention
That cannot be precisely defined or put into words
Exotically obscure or unique
Not detectable or too small in magnitude to be observed
Not having a physical existence
Humble in position or status
Not previously encountered or found before
(of an argument or statement) Not seeming reasonable or probable
Having or showing great knowledge or learning
Not recognized or identified
Unable to be read or deciphered
No longer in use
Extremely morbid or somber, typically suggestive of death or the grave
Not conspicuous
Depending on other factors
(of something abstract) Perceived only with attention to detail or subtlety
(of a sound or voice) Low in volume
Not explainable by physical laws
Above or beyond what is expected or normal
Not specific or explicit
Insignificant or unimportant
To physically make unclear or less visible
“In fact, it is so covered with clouds that they completely obscure its surface.”
To make unclear or difficult to understand
“Competing agendas often obscure the facts rather than inform the public.”
To conceal or disguise (one's thoughts, feelings, or character)
To remove or destroy entirely
To alter something from its true state, typically to deceive
To stop, prevent or interrupt something from progressing
To obstruct, cover, or otherwise block (an opening, a portion of an image, etc.
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