1. The quality or state of being obscure; lack of clarity or distinctness
The obscureness of his writing made it difficult for readers to understand his point.
A obscuridade de sua escrita dificultava a compreensão de seu ponto de vista pelos leitores.
2. The state of being unknown, inconspicuous, or not famous
She emerged from obscureness to become a celebrated actress.
Ela emergiu da obscuridade para se tornar uma atriz celebrada.