verb.
To deliberately make more confusing in order to conceal the truth.
verb.
To alter code while preserving its behavior but conceal its structure and intent.
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verb.
make obscure or unclear
Word Usage
"However, let's distract and obfuscate from the glaring flaws of the current administration and revel in the hate for an administration that is no longer in office."