Meaning of the word opaque in English
What does opaque mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
opaque
US /oʊˈpeɪk/
UK /əʊˈpeɪk/
Adjective
1.
not able to be seen through; not transparent
Example:
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The glass in the bathroom window is opaque for privacy.
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The liquid in the beaker was a milky, opaque substance.
2.
difficult or impossible to understand; obscure
Example:
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The professor's explanation was so opaque that no one understood it.
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The legal jargon made the contract completely opaque to the average person.