obscure ideas
[əbˈskjʊr aɪˈdiːəz]
noun phrase
ideias obscuras
1. Thoughts, concepts, or notions that are unclear, vague, or difficult to understand; ideas that lack clarity or are not easily comprehended
The philosopher's obscure ideas about metaphysics confused most of his students.
As ideias obscuras do filósofo sobre metafísica confundiram a maioria de seus alunos.
2. Concepts that are not widely known, recognized, or appreciated by the general public
She spent years researching obscure ideas that no one else seemed interested in.
Ela passou anos pesquisando ideias obscuras que ninguém mais parecia interessado em estudar.
3. Thoughts or theories that are ambiguous, cryptic, or deliberately hidden in meaning
The author intentionally presented obscure ideas to challenge the reader's intellect.
O autor intencionalmente apresentou ideias obscuras para desafiar o intelecto do leitor.
In academic and intellectual contexts in both the USA and Brazil, 'obscure ideas' are often valued in philosophical and artistic circles as signs of depth and intellectual rigor. However, in mainstream communication, clarity is generally preferred. In Brazilian academia, there's a cultural appreciation for complex, 'obscure' theoretical frameworks, particularly in humanities and social sciences, while American academic culture increasingly emphasizes 'clear communication of complex ideas.'
NYC Slang
sketchy ideas or wonky concepts
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