Search Dictionary
Definition of opaqueness

opaqueness

/oʊˈpeɪknəs/
o · paque · ness
Adverb:opaquely
•
Adjective:opaque
JUMP TO:

opaqueness Lexical Profile

opaqueness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The physical quality or state of being impenetrable to light; the condition of not being transparent or translucent.

Example

"The heavy opaqueness of the frosted glass ensured complete privacy inside the medical clinic."

2

The quality of being difficult to understand, interpret, or scrutinize due to a lack of clarity or openness.

Example

"Critics pointed out the frustrating opaqueness of the company's financial disclosures."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for opaqueness
Antonyms
View all antonyms for opaqueness

• Nearby Words

opaleye
opaque
opaquely
opaqueness
open
openable
opener

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Opaqueness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/opaqueness
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.