Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being obscure or difficult to understand; obscurity.

“The poet’s use of complex metaphors created a sense of obscurancy that was meant to evoke mystery.”

2. noun

The act or practice of making something obscure or difficult to understand.

“The politician’s obscurancy of the budget details was criticized by the opposition.”

3. noun

A system or philosophy of obscure or esoteric knowledge or doctrine.

“The cult’s emphasis on obscure symbolism and mystical language created a sense of obscurancy that was off-putting to outsiders.”