obfuscate
The word “obfuscate” has 3 syllables: o-bfus-cate.
It's pronounced as /ˈɑb.fə.skeɪt/.
What is synonym and antonym for obfuscate?
In the thesaurus, “obfuscate” has 1 synonym and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for obfuscate along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for obfuscate
- confuse
Antonyms for obfuscate
- clarify
- illuminate
- simplify
- streamline
Meanings of obfuscate
- verb
- To make dark; overshadow.
- To deliberately make more confusing in order to conceal the truth.
- To alter code while preserving its behavior but concealing its structure and intent.
- adjective
- Obfuscated; darkened; obscured.
Example Sentences
- Some politicians tend to obfuscate their true intentions during election campaigns.
- The complex language in the legal document seemed designed to obfuscate its meaning.
- Critics accused the company of trying to obfuscate the details of the controversial deal.
- The speaker's attempt to obfuscate the issue only raised more questions.
- In an effort to avoid scrutiny, the scam artist tried to obfuscate the trail of funds.
On this page you'll find 5 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obfuscate, such as: clarify, confuse, illuminate, simplify, streamline.
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