obfuscating

The word “obfuscating” has 4 syllables: o-bfus-ca-ting

It's pronounced as /ˈɑb.fə.skeɪ.tɪŋ/


What is synonym and antonym for obfuscating?

In the thesaurus, “obfuscating” has 3 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for obfuscating along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for obfuscating

  • blurring
  • confusing
  • muddying

Antonyms for obfuscating

Meanings of obfuscating

  • verb
    1. To make dark; overshadow.
    2. To deliberately make more confusing in order to conceal the truth.
    3. To alter code while preserving its behavior but concealing its structure and intent.

Example Sentences

  • The suspect was skilled at obfuscating his involvement in the crime.
  • The politician's evasive responses left the audience feeling like he was obfuscating the truth.
  • The company's financial reports seemed intentionally complex, perhaps obfuscating its true financial health.
  • In the mist of uncertainty, the spy was adept at obfuscating his true identity.
  • The lawyer accused the witness of deliberately obfuscating the events to protect someone.

On this page you'll find 7 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obfuscating, such as: blurring, clarifying, confusing, illuminating, muddying, simplifying, streamlining.

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