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Word of the Day Tuesday, October 6, 2026

arcane

/ɑːrˈkeɪn/ adjective · British & US
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What does arcane mean?

adjective

Mysterious or obscure in meaning; difficult to understand. Used to describe something that is mysterious, obscure, or difficult to understand.

Example

"The arcane rituals of the ancient cult were shrouded in mystery."

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