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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.