obscurantist

UK
/ˌɒbskjʊəˈræn.tɪst/
US
/ˌɑbskjʊˈræn.tɪst/
obscurantistnoun
obscurantists
pl
UK
/ˌɒb.skjʊˈræn.tɪst/
US
/ˌɑb.skjʊˈræn.tɪst/
Translations
The obscurantist opposed the new scientific discoveries.
Обскурантист выступал против новых научных открытий.
Definitions
A person who deliberately prevents the facts or full details of something from becoming known.
The obscurantist refused to share the complete data with the public, causing widespread confusion.
An individual who opposes the spread of knowledge or enlightenment.
The obscurantist was criticized for his efforts to block educational reforms in the community.
Synonyms
opponent of enlightenment
obscurantistadjective
more obscurantist
Comp.
most obscurantist
Super.
UK
/ˌɒbskjʊəˈræn.tɪst/
US
/ˌɑbskjʊˈræn.tɪst/
Translations
The politician's obscurantist views were criticized by many.
Обскурантистские взгляды политика подверглись критике со стороны многих.
Definitions
Tending to obscure or prevent the understanding of something, often by being deliberately vague or complex.
The professor's obscurantist lecture left the students more confused than enlightened.