obscurity

simple noun19 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.4

Used to emphasize that someone or something is entirely unknown.

Used to emphasize that someone or something is entirely unknown.

Indicates a state of being almost completely unknown.

Indicates a state of being almost completely unknown.

A state of being unknown relative to others or to a former state of fame.

A state of being unknown relative to others or to a former state of fame.

A state of being unknown within one's professional field.

A common pattern describing the transition from being unknown to being well-known.

Refers to the state of being unknown.

To gradually become unknown or forgotten.

To become unknown or forgotten, often implying a decline.

To become famous or successful after starting from a position of being unknown.

To quietly and gradually become unknown or forgotten.

To become known after a period of being unknown.

To disappear completely from public view and become unknown.

To remain in a state of being unknown and unsuccessful for a long time.

To be put into a lower or less important position, resulting in being forgotten.

To be suddenly chosen from a state of being unknown for fame or a special position.

To work hard without receiving recognition or fame.