as in darkened
being without light or without much light
an obscured area of the prison yard that was the perfect escape route
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as in concealed
to keep secret or shut off from view
the investigative reporters obscured their real motives for visiting the company by pretending the story was about something else
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as in blurred
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
when it isn't obscured by smog, the view of the city from the observatory can be spectacular
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Recent Examples of obscured
Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
In an ordinary car with an ordinary dash, all of that would live behind the cluster and relatively obscured from view, or ignored.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 18 Feb. 2026
If your writing is dense, disorganized, or overloaded with technical jargon, the value of the underlying work can become obscured.
—Angelique Parashis, IEEE Spectrum, 18 Feb. 2026
The findings suggest that the heavily obscured galactic nuclei of galaxies like IRAS 07251–0248 could act as a production line for organic molecules, thus chemically enhancing their home systems.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Allen was driving on Eight Mile Road in Detroit when she was stopped for traffic violations that included a window tint and an obscured license plate, her lawsuit said.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
In a photo released to the public, the white truck had a (sadly obscured) California license plate, an equipment rack mounted in the bed, as well as a black Fox Racing tailgate cover.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Feb. 2026
As a result, decision-making slows down and risks become obscured.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
The accompanying video — showing an unmasked Chalamet beside an obscured EsDeeKid, dropping bars about Marty Supreme and girlfriend Kylie Jenner — went stratospherically viral.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Stay at least 200 feet behind any working plow to make sure your visibility isn't obscured.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
In the weeks since, the specific toll of the war on the Iranian people has been obscured by a thick fog of war and a nationwide internet blackout.
—Connor Okeeffe, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Across 180 trials, the drone achieved a reported success rate ranging from 72 percent to 100 percent, demonstrating its ability to maneuver through cluttered and visually obscured environments.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
The location proved easy to miss, situated next to a highway exit and often obscured by fast-moving or stalled traffic.
—Rhyma Castillo, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Mar. 2026
These were large, monochromatic canvases featuring roses and other motifs obscured by large X’s.
—News Desk, Artforum, 26 Mar. 2026
Authorities later said some records appeared to have been altered or obscured, allowing the spending to go unnoticed for months.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
This middling progress—the actual work of government, of public service—is obscured by Kennedy’s online persona.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
The interior worlds of these women remain obscured and their motivations go unexplored.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
In an ordinary car with an ordinary dash, all of that would live behind the cluster and relatively obscured from view, or ignored.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 18 Feb. 2026
If your writing is dense, disorganized, or overloaded with technical jargon, the value of the underlying work can become obscured.
—Angelique Parashis, IEEE Spectrum, 18 Feb. 2026
The findings suggest that the heavily obscured galactic nuclei of galaxies like IRAS 07251–0248 could act as a production line for organic molecules, thus chemically enhancing their home systems.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Allen was driving on Eight Mile Road in Detroit when she was stopped for traffic violations that included a window tint and an obscured license plate, her lawsuit said.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
In a photo released to the public, the white truck had a (sadly obscured) California license plate, an equipment rack mounted in the bed, as well as a black Fox Racing tailgate cover.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Feb. 2026
As a result, decision-making slows down and risks become obscured.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
The accompanying video — showing an unmasked Chalamet beside an obscured EsDeeKid, dropping bars about Marty Supreme and girlfriend Kylie Jenner — went stratospherically viral.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
Conley noted that the car was drifting in its lane and had a license plate obscured.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Stay at least 200 feet behind any working plow to make sure your visibility isn't obscured.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
In the weeks since, the specific toll of the war on the Iranian people has been obscured by a thick fog of war and a nationwide internet blackout.
—Connor Okeeffe, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Across 180 trials, the drone achieved a reported success rate ranging from 72 percent to 100 percent, demonstrating its ability to maneuver through cluttered and visually obscured environments.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
The location proved easy to miss, situated next to a highway exit and often obscured by fast-moving or stalled traffic.
—Rhyma Castillo, San Antonio Express-News, 26 Mar. 2026
These were large, monochromatic canvases featuring roses and other motifs obscured by large X’s.
—News Desk, Artforum, 26 Mar. 2026
Authorities later said some records appeared to have been altered or obscured, allowing the spending to go unnoticed for months.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
This middling progress—the actual work of government, of public service—is obscured by Kennedy’s online persona.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obscured
Adjective
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In the darkened foyer, Ember contemplated this unassuming bit of paper, momentarily paralyzed by a mixture of dread and excitement stirred together, an overpowering sensation that oozed from the crown of her head, down the length of her body, then hardened, like a soft golden resin becoming solid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
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As scientists often find darkened teeth in ancient burials, other factors can contribute to a black appearance, notably the chewing of betel leaves.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
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Two pumps of product managed to do the trick for my full face, and suddenly my hyperpigmentation on my cheek was concealed.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
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Last June, Ukrainian drones concealed inside of pallets on trailers were released to conduct a coordinated, simultaneous attack on several air bases deep inside Russia.—
Brynn Tannehill,
The Atlantic,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In a portion that has been blurred, multiple shots can be heard.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Mar. 2026
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Videos are blurred and don't show the man's condition.—
Siafa Lewis,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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How Georgians will vote in the midterms this year is still murky.—
Caleb Groves,
AJC.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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Now, two weeks since the first storm hit, the ocean water is still murky due to runoff that carries harmful pathogens and chemicals from sewage systems, animal feces and industrial facilities.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Without shirking responsibility, the 52-year-old explained that her judgment had been clouded in part by other circumstances in her life.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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Foster suffered a fractured right foot, a diagnosis that required surgery and immediately clouded his NCAA Tournament availability.—
Rowan Fisher-Shotton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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On the last night that anybody else reportedly saw Nancy, that camera caught a glimpse of a person clad in dark clothes, wearing gloves and a black balaclava, unidentifiable, standing at the threshold.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Not only did that article form the basis of the film, but Lumet actually took the note and cast Pacino in the role of that dark, thin fellow.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Denver metro test drive loop My drives with the Prius covered much of the South Denver metro area, including stretches of C-470 and E-470, where steady highway cruising allowed the hybrid system to show off its efficiency.—
Sponsored Content,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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The remains were found partially covered in sediment, and their position on a sediment pile suggests intentional placement, likely as part of a ritual funerary practice.—
Ryan Brennan
April 4,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Coaching career overshadowed by case Bill Elliott, whose team won the 2024 Class 4A Division I state championship, was placed on administrative leave in October 2025 after his son Caleb was arrested.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The rotation conversation has often overshadowed the team’s investment in Raisel Iglesias and Robert Suarez, who could make a case for the sport’s best one-two reliever punch.—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Obscured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obscured. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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