obscuring
The word “obscuring” has 2 syllables: ob-scuring.
It's pronounced as /əbˈskjʊrɪŋ/.
What is synonym and antonym for obscuring?
In the thesaurus, “obscuring” has 18 synonyms and 14 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for obscuring along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for obscuring
- bewilderment
- blackening
- blurring
- clouding
- concealing
- covering
- darkening
- disguising
- disorientation
- distraction
- embarrassment
- hiding
- masking
- overshadowing
- shrouding
- suppressing
- turbulence
- turmoil
Antonyms for obscuring
- baring
- brightening
- calm
- disclosing
- displaying
- divulging
- exposing
- illuminating
- lightening
- peace
- presenting
- revealing
- showing
- uncovering
Meanings of obscuring
- verb
- To render obscure; to darken; to make dim; to keep in the dark; to hide; to make less visible, intelligible, legible, glorious, beautiful, or illustrious.
- To hide, put out of sight etc.
- To conceal oneself; to hide.
Example Sentences
- The thick fog was obscuring the road ahead, making driving conditions hazardous.
- His sunglasses were obscuring his eyes, making it difficult to gauge his emotions.
- The dense foliage was obscuring the path, forcing hikers to proceed with caution.
- The politician's evasive answers were obscuring the truth behind the scandal.
- The cloud cover was obscuring the stars, disappointing the stargazers gathered for the meteor shower.
On this page you'll find 32 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obscuring, such as: baring, bewilderment, blackening, blurring, brightening, calm, clouding.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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occulting
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papering over
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veiling
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