OBFUSCATE Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

obfuscate

verb

ˈäb-fə-ˌskāt

Definition of obfuscate

as in to confuse

to make (something) unclear to the understanding irrelevant matters that only serve to obfuscate the fundamental issue of guilt or innocence

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Recent Examples of obfuscate The model was initially blocked from accessing the backend, but then found a way to obfuscate its authentication token, preventing an OpenAI scanner from stopping the access. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 20 July 2026 In Eddington, Aster examines the absurdity of our present moment, further obfuscated by its mediation through screens. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026 Instead, Cubans turn to the internet, reading abroad what their government obfuscates or denies at home. — Joseph J. Gonzalez, The Conversation, 9 July 2026 The political committee is also the subject of a recent Federal Election Commission complaint accusing it of obfuscating its expenses in violation of federal election rules. — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for obfuscate

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The Studio Behind The Technology Annapurna Studios (not to be confused with the Megan Ellison-founded Annapurna Pictures in Hollywood) has been a cornerstone of Indian cinema for half a century.

— Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
But there is the risk that his strategy will backfire by confusing investors.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

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