opaqueness

/oʊˈpeɪknəs/
noun
  1. The quality or state of being opaque; lack of transparency.
    • The opaqueness of the ink allowed it to cover the old text completely.
    • Scientists measured the opaqueness of the liquid to determine its purity.
    • The opaqueness of the glass made it perfect for a bathroom window.
  2. The quality of being difficult to understand or unclear.
    • The opaqueness of the legal document frustrated everyone who tried to read it.
    • Her explanation had an opaqueness that made the topic even more confusing.
    • The opaqueness of the government's policy led to widespread criticism.
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