Definitions and Examples of opaque, obscure, cloudy
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
opaque
Not able to be seen through; not transparent.
Example
The walls of the old castle were made of thick, opaque stone that blocked out all sunlight.
Not clear or distinct; hard to understand or see.
Example
The writing on the ancient scroll was so obscure that even the experts had trouble deciphering it.
Covered with clouds or mist; not clear or transparent.
Example
The water in the lake was cloudy and murky, making it hard to see the fish swimming below.
Key Differences: opaque vs obscure vs cloudy
- 1Opaque refers to something that is completely impenetrable to light and cannot be seen through at all.
- 2Obscure refers to something that is unclear or hard to see, but may still allow some light to pass through.
- 3Cloudy refers to something that is partially transparent, but not clear enough to see through easily.
Effective Usage of opaque, obscure, cloudy
- 1Describing Materials: Use these antonyms to describe the transparency of different materials, such as glass, plastic, or water.
- 2Discussing Visibility: Use these antonyms to describe how easy or difficult it is to see through something.
- 3Artistic Expression: Use these antonyms to create visual effects in art, photography, or design.
Remember this!
The antonyms of translucent are opaque, obscure, and cloudy. These words describe objects or materials that do not allow light to pass through them, making it difficult to see through them. Use these antonyms to describe materials, discuss visibility, or create visual effects in art, photography, or design.
