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Obscure

Definition

(literary/formal) Difficult to understand or interpret; ambiguous or unclear in meaning. Often used to describe complex or esoteric ideas, texts, or artistic works that require close analysis or specialized knowledge to decipher.

Example Sentences

1The poet's use of obscure metaphors and allusions made the poem challenging to interpret for readers unfamiliar with classical mythology.
2The philosopher's obscure writings on the nature of reality have been the subject of much debate and controversy among scholars.
3The artist's intention behind the obscure symbolism in the painting remains unclear, leaving viewers to draw their own conclusions.
4The novel's obscure narrative structure, which jumps back and forth in time, can be disorienting for some readers.
5The critic argued that the film's obscure ending was a deliberate choice by the director to leave the audience with a lasting sense of unease and uncertainty.

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