빛이나 방사선이 통과하지 못하는 성질이나 정도
The quality or state of being opaque; the degree to which light or radiation is prevented from passing through a substance.
예문:
"The window film provides varying levels of opacity to ensure privacy while still letting in some light."
"Scientists measured the opacity of the atmosphere to determine the concentration of volcanic ash."
의미나 표현이 분명하지 않아 이해하거나 설명하기 어려운 상태
The quality of being difficult to understand or explain; a lack of clarity in meaning or expression.
예문:
"The philosopher's prose was notorious for its dense opacity, requiring multiple readings to decipher."
"The opacity of the instructions led to several errors during the assembly process."
금융이나 정치적 의사결정 과정에서 정보가 공개되지 않거나 투명하지 않은 상태
A lack of transparency in processes, especially regarding financial or political decision-making.
예문:
"The board of directors was criticized for the opacity of their selection process for the new CEO."
"Financial analysts warned that the opacity of the offshore accounts could hide significant debts."