Synonyms for

Obscuring

Verb / ʌˈbskjʊrɪŋ / Another word for obscuring — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make something difficult to see or understand

Synonyms & similar words

becloud obliterate veil cloud mist overcloud blotout fog obnubilate hide befog bedim obscure hazeover blur confuse concealing hiding veiling camouflaging masking shrouding clouding covering disguising eclipsing enshrouding fogging misting muffling occluding veiling blanketing mantling shadowing

Example sentences

  1. The tall grass was obscuring the path, making it hard to find the way.
  2. The heavy rain was obscuring the view of the mountains in the distance.
  3. Some people use big words to try to impress others, but they end up obscuring their message.
  4. The artist used dark colors to obscure the details of the painting.
  5. The politician tried to obscure the truth by giving vague answers to the questions.

Quotes

  • The truth is obscured by layers of fabrications.
  • The clouds are obscuring the sun today.
  • The darkness of night obscures the beauty of the stars.

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