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- [ob-skyoo-rey-shuh n]
- /ˌɒb skyʊˈreɪ ʃən/
- /ɔbskjʊəˈreɪʃn/
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- [ob-skyoo-rey-shuh n]
- /ˌɒb skyʊˈreɪ ʃən/
Definitions of obscuration word
- noun obscuration the act of obscuring. 1
- noun obscuration the state of being obscured. 1
- noun obscuration an obscuring or being obscured 0
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Origin of obscuration
First appearance:
before 1425 One of the 25% oldest English words
1425-75; late Middle English < Latin obscūrātiōn- (stem of obscūrātiō) a darkening, equivalent to obscūrāt(us), past participle of obscūrāre (obscūr(us) dark + -ātus -ate1) + -iōn- -ion; see -ation
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Parts of speech for Obscuration
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obscuration popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
obscuration usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for obscuration
noun obscuration
- hiding — the pelt or skin of one of the larger animals (cow, horse, buffalo, etc.), raw or dressed.
- secrecy — the state or condition of being secret, hidden, or concealed: a meeting held in secrecy.
- beard — A man's beard is the hair that grows on his chin and cheeks.
- blind — Someone who is blind is unable to see because their eyes are damaged.
- camouflage — Camouflage consists of things such as leaves, branches, or brown and green paint, which are used to make it difficult for an enemy to see military forces and equipment.
Antonyms for obscuration
noun obscuration
- disclosure — the act or an instance of disclosing; exposure; revelation.
- divulgence — a divulging.
- exposition — A comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory.
- revelation — the act of revealing or disclosing; disclosure.
- showing — a theatrical production, performance, or company.
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