obscure viewpoints
[əbˈskjʊr ˈvjuːpɔɪnts]
noun phrase
pontos de vista obscuros / perspectivas obscuras
1. Perspectives, opinions, or ways of looking at something that are not well-known, difficult to understand, or not widely held
The academic paper presented obscure viewpoints on the nature of consciousness.
O artigo acadêmico apresentava pontos de vista obscuros sobre a natureza da consciência.
2. Interpretations or positions on a subject that are unclear, ambiguous, or lacking in clarity
The film's director often favors obscure viewpoints that challenge mainstream cinema.
O diretor do filme frequentemente favorece perspectivas obscuras que desafiam o cinema convencional.
3. Opinions or positions from lesser-known sources or minority groups
The documentary explored obscure viewpoints from indigenous communities.
O documentário explorou pontos de vista obscuros das comunidades indígenas.
In Brazilian academic and intellectual circles, 'obscure viewpoints' often refers to scholarly positions that are intellectually challenging and not widely known. In the US, this phrase is commonly used in media criticism and academic discussions to describe minority or unconventional perspectives. The term can be neutral or slightly pejorative depending on context.
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