Synonyms for

Opacity

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

Definition

Opacity is the quality of being difficult to see through, or being unclear or obscure.

Synonyms & similar words

opaqueness transparency clarity opaqueness obscureness cloudiness murkiness haziness ambiguity vagueness impenetrability density dullness fogginess opaquity opaqueness opaquenesses opaquing opalescence opalescences opalescent opalesce

Example sentences

  1. The opacity of the window prevented us from seeing inside the building.
  2. The opacity of the water made it difficult to see the fish.
  3. The opacity of his writing style made it hard to understand his message.
  4. The opacity of the situation made it hard to make a decision.
  5. The opacity of the smoke made it hard to breathe.

Quotes

  • The opacity of a writer is really his sincerity.
  • Opacity is not a failure of language, but a triumph of it.
  • Opacity is the cause of all errors.

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