arcane
Translation
mysterious, secret, obscure
Examples
He understood the arcane details of the agreement.
He understood the arcane details of the agreement.
The arcane rituals of the ancient cult were fascinating.
The arcane rituals of the ancient cult were fascinating.
Grammar Patterns
((arcane + noun)) arcane (sth.) The arcane rules were hard to follow.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mysterious, secret, esoteric; Antonyms: common, known
Etymology
From Latin 'arcanus' (secret, hidden), from 'arca' (a chest, box). Something kept in a box is secret.
Memory Tips
Think of arcane knowledge as being locked away in an 'ark' or a chest, hidden from most people.