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Synonyms & Similar Words
obscure references
vague hints
cryptic messages
esoteric allusions
enigmatic references
ambiguous citations
unclear suggestions
abstruse comments
recondite remarks
obscure citations
mysterious allusions
unintelligible references
unclear allusions
vague citations
confusing references
perplexing allusions
baffling citations
obscure mentions
indirect allusions
subtle hints
covert references
implicit suggestions
veiled allusions
arcane references
obscure notes
cryptic allusions
enigmatic citations.
Meaning of Abstruse Allusions
The primary meaning of "Abstruse Allusions" refers to references or hints that are difficult to understand due to their obscure or esoteric nature.
Definitions
- Abstruse: (of a subject or text) difficult to understand; obscure or esoteric
- Allusions: a reference to a person, place, event, or work of art, often from history, literature, or mythology, used to create a particular impression or atmosphere
Etymology of Abstruse Allusions
Abstruse: from Latin abstrusus, past participle of abstrudere, meaning 'to hide', from ab- 'away' + trudere 'to thrust'
Allusions: from Latin allusio, from alludere, meaning 'to play with, jest', from ad- 'to' + ludere 'to play'
Example Uses
- The professor's abstruse allusions to ancient philosophers left many students confused.
- The poem was filled with abstruse allusions to mythology, making it challenging to interpret.
- The author's use of abstruse allusions added a layer of complexity to the novel.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
clear references
obvious hints
straightforward citations
explicit suggestions
transparent allusions
intelligible references
lucid comments
straightforward remarks
obvious mentions
direct allusions
simple hints
plain references
evident citations
unmistakable allusions
unambiguous references.