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Abstruseness: meaning, definitions and examples

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abstruseness

 

[ əbˈstruːsnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

difficult concept

The quality of being abstruse or difficult to understand. It refers to something that is obscure, esoteric, or complex in nature.

Synonyms

complexity, difficulty, obscurity.

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Word Description / Examples
abstruseness

This is a duplicate entry, please refer to the previous definition.
obscurity

Used to describe something that is not well known or is hidden from understanding, often because it lacks clarity. Can have a slightly negative connotation when used to describe writing or explanations.

  • The poem's obscurity made it hard for many to appreciate its beauty
  • Many ancient texts remain shrouded in obscurity due to the lack of documentation
complexity

Used in a variety of scenarios to describe systems, problems, or ideas that have many interrelated parts and are not easy to solve or understand. Common in both technical and everyday contexts.

  • The complexity of the new software system is astounding
  • Due to the complexity of the situation, we need a multi-disciplinary approach
difficulty

Refers to something that requires a lot of effort or skill to accomplish. Often used in everyday conversations to describe tasks, challenges, or obstacles.

  • He faced a lot of difficulty in completing the project on time
  • The test was known for its difficulty and many students struggled

Examples of usage

  • His abstruseness in explaining quantum physics left the students perplexed.
  • The abstruseness of the ancient text required a specialized translator.
  • The abstruseness of the philosophical concept made it challenging for beginners to grasp.
  • The abstruseness of the legal jargon made the contract hard to decipher.
  • Her abstruseness in discussing the topic alienated some of the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "abstruseness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abstrusidade

🇮🇳 कठिनता

🇩🇪 Abstrusität

🇮🇩 kesamaran

🇺🇦 абстрактність

🇵🇱 zawiłość

🇯🇵 難解さ (なんかいさ)

🇫🇷 abstrusité

🇪🇸 abstrusidad

🇹🇷 anlaşılmazlık

🇰🇷 난해함

🇸🇦 غموض

🇨🇿 nesrozumitelnost

🇸🇰 nezrozumiteľnosť

🇨🇳 深奥

🇸🇮 abstraktnost

🇮🇸 flækjustig

🇰🇿 түсініксіздік

🇬🇪 გაურკვევლობა

🇦🇿 anlaşılmazlıq

🇲🇽 abstrusidad

Etymology

The word 'abstruseness' originated from the Latin word 'abstrūsus', which means 'concealed' or 'hidden'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe the quality of being difficult to understand or comprehend. Over the years, 'abstruseness' has been commonly used in academic and intellectual contexts to convey the idea of complexity and obscurity.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,699, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.