Definition

The quality of not allowing light to pass through; being difficult to see through or understand.

Example

The opaqueness of the glass made it impossible to see inside the room.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed the opaqueness of that new glass wall in the office?

Yeah, it really blocks the view outside, doesn’t it?

I wonder why they chose such an opaque design.

Maybe they wanted more privacy for the meetings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Opaqueness → It is formed from "opaque" (from Latin "opacus", meaning shaded or dark) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "opaqueness" refers to the quality of being opaque or not allowing light to pass through.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word 'opacus' meaning dark or shaded, which helps you remember that 'opaqueness' describes the quality of being unable to see through something.

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