Definition

The least known or understood; not clear or easily seen.

Example

The obscurest details of the story were revealed in the final chapter.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the obscurest book in our library?

No, I haven't! What’s it about?

It's a mystery novel that hardly anyone knows about, even the librarians.

That sounds interesting! We should find it and read it together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Obscurest → It is formed from "obscurus" (from Latin, meaning dark or dim) and the superlative suffix "-est" (meaning most). The word "obscurest" means the most dark or least clear.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is the "most dark" or "least clear" — that's what obscurest means.

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