adverb
- in a way that is difficult to understand; obscurely
Usage: formal
Examples
- The professor explained the concept so abstrusely that most students were confused.
- The ancient text was written abstrusely, requiring extensive interpretation.
- He spoke abstrusely about quantum mechanics, losing his audience quickly.
- The legal document was abstrusely worded, making it hard for laypeople to understand.
- The philosopher argued abstrusely, using complex terminology throughout his lecture.
- The instructions were abstrusely presented, causing many assembly errors.