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obfuscatory

/ɒb.fjuːˈskæt.əri/ adjective · British & US
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What does obfuscatory mean?

adjective

Tending to make something unclear or difficult to understand; intended to confuse or mislead. Used to describe language or writing that is intentionally obscure or vague.

Example

"The professor's obfuscatory explanation of the complex theory left many students confused."

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