Meaning of the word opacity in English
What does opacity mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
opacity
US /oʊˈpæs.ə.t̬i/
UK /əʊˈpæs.ə.ti/
Noun
1.
the condition of being opaque; not transparent or translucent
Example:
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The high opacity of the glass made it impossible to see through.
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The artist adjusted the opacity of the layer in the digital painting software.
2.
the quality of being difficult to understand or explain
Example:
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The opacity of the legal jargon made the contract incomprehensible to the average person.
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There was a certain opacity in his explanation, leaving many questions unanswered.