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Definition of “obscurity

obscurity (əbˈskjʊərɪtɪPronunciation for obscurity

Definitions

noun

  1. the state or quality of being obscure
  2. an obscure person or thing

Usage examples

  • It's her story and the deliberate choice of obscurity that fascinate everybody.
    Malcolm, John, The Gwen John Sculpture (1985)
  • Yet, given its relative obscurity in the Indian market, it had to offer tangible differentiators.
    Business Today (1998)
  • Mr. Prentice has made up for his relative obscurity with a frenetic cross-country campaign.
    Globe and Mail (2003)
  • The latest instalment in Gary Barlow's descent to pop obscurity is the shutting down of his fan club.
    Sun, News of the World (2001)
  • Furthermore, there are pieces that remain in obstinate obscurity.
    Wright, Vincent, The Government and Politics of France (1989)

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