opaque
|o/paque|
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/oʊˈpeɪk/
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/əʊˈpeɪk/
not transparent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'opaque' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'opacus,' where 'opacus' meant 'shaded' or 'dark.'
Historical Evolution
'opacus' transformed into the French word 'opaque,' and eventually became the modern English word 'opaque' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'shaded or dark,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'not transparent' and 'hard to understand.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not able to be seen through; not transparent.
The windows were opaque with steam.
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Adjective 2
hard or impossible to understand; unfathomable.
The professor's explanation was opaque to most of the students.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39