What is the meaning of the word "obfuscate"?
Correct answer: B. To confuse
- A. To clarify
- B. To confuse
- C. To celebrate
- D. To ignore
Explanation
Obfuscate means to deliberately make something unclear or confusing, often used about language or explanations meant to hide the truth.
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