recondite

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/ˈrek.ən.daɪt/
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Little known and hard to understand.
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Examples

  • The lecture wandered into recondite details.
  • The article tackles a recondite legal question.
  • The debate grew too recondite for most listeners.
  • She explained a recondite theory clearly.
  • He collects books on recondite subjects.

Similar words

esoteric
arcane
abstruse
obscure

Meanings

Obscure and difficult

adjective
knowledge
formal
Known mainly to specialists and difficult for most people to grasp.

Examples

  • The article tackles a recondite legal question.
  • She explained a recondite theory clearly.
  • The lecture wandered into recondite details.
  • He collects books on recondite subjects.
  • The debate grew too recondite for most listeners.

Similar words

abstruse
esoteric
obscure
arcane

Etymology

From Latin reconditus, meaning hidden or put away.

FAQ

What does recondite mean?

Recondite means little known and difficult to understand.

When is recondite used?

It often describes specialist subjects, arguments, or details.

How does recondite differ from abstruse?

Abstruse emphasizes difficulty; recondite also suggests obscurity or specialist knowledge.

How is recondite used in a sentence?

The article tackles a recondite legal question.

Is recondite formal?

Yes, it is a formal word.

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