Superlative for not fully explained, discovered or known about
“The origins of this ancient relic remain obscure, even to historians.”
Superlative for not clearly expressed or easily understood
“The foreigners spoke in an obscure language.”
Superlative for physically or visibly unclear or indistinct
“An obscure image of the Grim Reaper would appear in the distance before Bill and Ted during their bogus journey.”
Superlative for not important or well known
“He had a habit of casting obscure, yet talented, actors.”
Superlative for being without, or without much, light
“The fugitive was hiding in an obscure spot within the deserted warehouse.”
(of a place or location) Superlative for remote or secluded in nature
“We stopped by at an obscure little town on the way to our destination.”
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