murkiness

noun

Pronunciation: ˈmɜːrkɪnəs

Definition

A state of being dark, gloomy, or difficult to see through due to thick sediment or lack of light.

Examples

• The murkiness of the swamp water hid the dangerous alligator lurking just below the surface.

• Investors were wary of the deal due to the financial murkiness surrounding the company's true debt levels.

• Despite the murkiness of his explanation, I eventually understood what he was trying to achieve.

Synonyms of murkiness

Words with a similar meaning to murkiness:

• gloom
• obscurity
• opacity
• ambiguity

Antonyms of murkiness

Words with the opposite meaning to murkiness:

• clarity
• transparency

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