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αδιαφάνεια

opacity, lack of transparency

At the A1 level, you don't need to use the word 'αδιαφάνεια' yet, as it is very advanced. However, you can understand the basic idea. It means 'not clear' or 'cannot see through.' Think of a window that is painted black. You cannot see what is inside the house. That 'cannot see' quality is what this word describes. In simple Greek, you would say 'δεν βλέπω' (I don't see) or 'είναι κλειστό' (it is closed). This word is like a big, fancy version of 'dark' or 'hidden.' You will mostly see it in adult news, not in children's books. For now, just remember that 'διαφάνεια' is like glass (clear) and 'αδιαφάνεια' is like a wall (not clear).
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At the A2 level, you might start seeing this word in simple news headlines or on TV. It is a noun. It comes from 'διαφανής' which means 'transparent' (like water or clean glass). When we add 'α-' at the start, it means 'not.' So, 'α-διαφάνεια' means 'not transparent.' You can use it to describe why you can't see through something. For example, 'The water has αδιαφάνεια' means the water is dirty and you can't see the bottom. It is a feminine word: η αδιαφάνεια. You will usually hear it when people are talking about rules that are not clear. It's a useful word to recognize when people are complaining about something being 'hidden.'
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At the B1 level, you should understand that 'αδιαφάνεια' is used for both physical things and abstract ideas. Physically, it refers to the property of a material that blocks light. But more importantly, in Greek society, it is used to talk about 'lack of transparency' in business or government. If a company doesn't show its accounts, people say there is 'αδιαφάνεια.' You should be able to use it in a basic sentence like: 'Θέλουμε διαφάνεια, όχι αδιαφάνεια' (We want transparency, not opacity). You will notice it ends in -εια, which is common for abstract nouns in Greek. It is a formal word, so you will use it in essays or when discussing serious topics like the environment or the economy.
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At the B2 level, you are expected to use 'αδιαφάνεια' in more complex contexts. You should be comfortable using it in the genitive case (της αδιαφάνειας) and understand its role in political critique. For example, you might write: 'Η αδιαφάνεια στις πολιτικές αποφάσεις προκαλεί την οργή του κόσμου' (The lack of transparency in political decisions causes the people's anger). You should also know the related adjective 'αδιαφανής' (opaque). At this level, you can distinguish between 'αδιαφάνεια' (the state of being hidden) and 'διαφθορά' (corruption), though they often go together. You will hear this word constantly in Greek debates about the public sector and digital governance reform.
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At the C1 level, 'αδιαφάνεια' is a core part of your academic and professional vocabulary. You should understand its nuances in different fields. In physics or optics, it’s a measurable property. In political science, it’s a systemic failure of the 'Rule of Law' (Κράτος Δικαίου). You should use it to construct sophisticated arguments about institutional accountability. You should also be aware of common collocations like 'καθεστώς αδιαφάνειας' (a regime of opacity) or 'καταπολέμηση της αδιαφάνειας' (combating the lack of transparency). Your usage should reflect an understanding that this word carries a heavy critical weight in Greek discourse, often implying that something unethical is happening behind the scenes.
At the C2 level, you should have a native-like grasp of 'αδιαφάνεια,' including its etymological depth and its rhetorical use. You can use it to discuss philosophical concepts of 'the hidden' versus 'the revealed.' You should be able to analyze how 'αδιαφάνεια' is used as a tool in political rhetoric to delegitimize opponents. You are expected to use it in high-level legal, scientific, or literary translations. You might use it in a sentence like: 'Η συστηματική αδιαφάνεια που διέπει τις εξωχώριες συναλλαγές υπονομεύει τη σταθερότητα του παγκόσμιου χρηματοπιστωτικού συστήματος.' At this level, you don't just know what the word means; you know the social and legal structures in Greece that the word was created to describe and critique.
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αδιαφάνεια em 30 segundos

  • Literally means 'opacity' or 'non-transparency.'
  • Used physically for materials that block light.
  • Used metaphorically for hidden political or financial dealings.
  • A feminine noun (η αδιαφάνεια) essential for high-level Greek.

The Greek word αδιαφάνεια (a-dhia-FA-ni-a) is a powerful noun that describes the state of not being transparent. In its most literal, physical sense, it refers to the quality of a material—like a thick stone wall or a heavily tinted window—that does not allow light to pass through. However, in modern Greek discourse, especially within the realms of politics, economics, and sociology, it has taken on a much more significant metaphorical meaning: the lack of transparency in processes, decisions, or financial dealings. When a government or a corporation is accused of αδιαφάνεια, it means they are hiding information, operating in the shadows, or making decisions without public oversight. This term is central to discussions about corruption, accountability, and the democratic process.

Physical Context
Used in science and engineering to describe materials that block radiation or light. For example, the αδιαφάνεια of a substance determines its protective qualities against UV rays.
Political Context
The most common usage today. It refers to 'backroom deals' or 'opaque' legislative processes where the public cannot see how tax money is being spent or how laws are being drafted.
Economic Context
In banking and finance, it describes markets or transactions where the risks or the true owners are hidden from regulators and investors.

Οι πολίτες διαμαρτύρονται για την αδιαφάνεια στις κρατικές προσλήψεις. (The citizens are protesting the lack of transparency in state hiring.)

Understanding this word requires recognizing the prefix α- (the privative alpha, meaning 'not' or 'without') and the root διαφάνεια (transparency). Therefore, it literally translates to 'non-transparency.' In a culture that values 'parrhēsia' (freedom of speech) and 'demokratia,' αδιαφάνεια is often viewed as a systemic vice. It is the opposite of 'logodosia' (accountability). When you hear this word on the news, it is almost always linked to a demand for reform or an investigation into misconduct.

Η αδιαφάνεια των κρυστάλλων οφείλεται στην περιεκτικότητά τους σε μέταλλα. (The opacity of the crystals is due to their metal content.)

Historically, the concept of transparency has been a cornerstone of Greek philosophical thought—the idea that the truth (aletheia) is 'that which is not hidden.' By extension, αδιαφάνεια is the act of hiding the truth. In a modern legal context, the 'Archē tēs Diaphaneias' (Principle of Transparency) is a constitutional requirement, making αδιαφάνεια a legal violation in many administrative acts. If you are discussing social issues in Greece, this is a 'must-know' word to describe institutional friction.

Πρέπει να καταπολεμήσουμε την αδιαφάνεια στο πολιτικό σύστημα. (We must combat the lack of transparency in the political system.)

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Formal and Academic. While understood by everyone, it is primarily found in newspapers, legal documents, and scientific reports.

Using αδιαφάνεια correctly involves placing it within structures that highlight a lack of information or a physical barrier. Because it is a noun, it often acts as the subject of a sentence or the object of a preposition like 'λόγω' (due to) or 'κατά' (against). At the C1 level, you are expected to use it in complex arguments regarding governance or scientific properties.

Λόγω της αδιαφάνειας των διαδικασιών, η εταιρεία έχασε την εμπιστοσύνη των επενδυτών. (Due to the opacity of the processes, the company lost the trust of the investors.)

Notice that in the genitive case, the ending changes to -ας (της αδιαφάνειας). This is a common pattern for feminine nouns ending in -εια. When discussing physical properties, you might use it alongside adjectives like 'απόλυτη' (absolute) or 'μερική' (partial).

Subject Position
'Η αδιαφάνεια είναι εμπόδιο στην ανάπτυξη.' (Lack of transparency is an obstacle to growth.)
Object Position
'Ο υπουργός υποσχέθηκε να πατάξει την αδιαφάνεια.' (The minister promised to crack down on the lack of transparency.)

In scientific Greek, you might encounter the phrase 'συντελεστής αδιαφάνειας' (opacity coefficient), which refers to the measure of how much a material blocks electromagnetic radiation. This shows the word's versatility—from the laboratory to the parliament floor.

Η αδιαφάνεια της ατμόσφαιρας εμποδίζει τις αστρονομικές παρατηρήσεις. (The opacity of the atmosphere hinders astronomical observations.)

To sound like a native speaker at a high level, try pairing the word with verbs like 'καταγγέλλω' (to denounce), 'επικρίνω' (to criticize), or 'περιορίζω' (to limit). This builds a semantic field of accountability. For example, 'Η αντιπολίτευση κατήγγειλε την αδιαφάνεια της συμφωνίας.' (The opposition denounced the lack of transparency of the agreement.)

Υπάρχει μια γενικευμένη αδιαφάνεια στον τρόπο διαχείρισης των κονδυλίων. (There is a generalized lack of transparency in the way funds are managed.)

Antonym Usage
Contrast it with 'διαφάνεια' to emphasize a point: 'Απαιτούμε διαφάνεια και όχι αδιαφάνεια.' (We demand transparency and not opacity.)

You will encounter αδιαφάνεια most frequently in the Greek news media. It is a 'buzzword' in political journalism, especially during election cycles or when a financial scandal breaks. News anchors will often use it to summarize the public's frustration with institutional secrecy. If you watch channels like ERT or MEGA, or read newspapers like 'Kathimerini' or 'To Vima,' the word appears in almost every edition discussing public administration.

Το ρεπορτάζ αποκάλυψε την αδιαφάνεια πίσω από τις κλειστές πόρτες των διαπραγματεύσεων. (The report revealed the lack of transparency behind the closed doors of the negotiations.)

Beyond politics, you will hear it in academic settings. Professors in social science departments use it to describe systemic failures. In medical or scientific conferences, it is used to describe biological tissues or chemical solutions. For instance, a radiologist might talk about the αδιαφάνεια of a lung on an X-ray (though they might also use more specific terms like 'σκίαση').

News Media
Headlines like 'Τέλος στην αδιαφάνεια' (An end to opacity) are common when new digital governance laws are passed.
Business Meetings
Used by stakeholders to demand clearer reporting: 'Η αδιαφάνεια των οικονομικών στοιχείων είναι ανησυχητική.' (The opacity of the financial data is worrying.)

In everyday street protests, you might see it written on banners. It is part of the 'language of the street' when citizens feel the state is not serving them. It’s a sophisticated way to say 'You are hiding something from us.' Interestingly, it is rarely used in casual, friendly conversation about personal matters; you wouldn't say there is αδιαφάνεια between friends—you would use 'μυστικοπάθεια' (secrecy) instead.

Η αδιαφάνεια είναι ο καλύτερος φίλος της διαφθοράς. (Lack of transparency is corruption's best friend.)

Lastly, you hear it in the judicial system. Lawyers use it to challenge the validity of administrative decisions. If a process was 'αδιαφανής' (opaque), it can often be legally overturned. This makes the word a pillar of the Greek legal vocabulary.

One of the most frequent mistakes learners make is confusing αδιαφάνεια with ασάφεια. While both relate to a lack of clarity, they are not interchangeable. Αδιαφάνεια is about the hiding of information or the physical blockage of light, whereas ασάφεια (vagueness) is about the lack of precision in language or thought. If a contract is hard to read because the text is blurry, that's physical αδιαφάνεια. If the words are clear but the meaning is confusing, that's ασάφεια.

Mistake 1: Confusing with 'Σκοτάδι'
Do not use 'αδιαφάνεια' to mean 'darkness.' Darkness is 'σκοτάδι.' You use αδιαφάνεια to describe the property of a material that creates darkness, not the darkness itself.
Mistake 2: Gender Errors
Learners sometimes think it's neuter because of the '-εια' ending, but it is strictly feminine. Always use 'η' or 'την.'

Wrong: Το αδιαφάνεια του νερού.
Right: Η αδιαφάνεια του νερού. (The opacity of the water.)

Another mistake is using it in highly informal settings. As mentioned before, if your friend is being secretive, calling it αδιαφάνεια sounds overly dramatic and academic, like you're accusing them of a government-level conspiracy. Stick to 'μυστικοπάθεια' or just 'γιατί μου κρύβεις πράγματα;' (why are you hiding things from me?).

Finally, don't confuse the noun αδιαφάνεια with the adjective αδιαφανής. You use the noun for the concept ('The opacity is high') and the adjective for the object ('The glass is opaque').

Η συμφωνία ήταν αδιαφανής (adjective). Καταδικάζουμε την αδιαφάνεια (noun). (The agreement was opaque. We condemn the lack of transparency.)

To expand your Greek vocabulary, it's helpful to compare αδιαφάνεια with its synonyms and related terms. Each has a slightly different shade of meaning depending on whether you are talking about science, politics, or personality.

Σκοτεινότητα (Skoteinotita)
Meaning 'darkness' or 'obscurity.' While αδιαφάνεια means you can't see through something, σκοτεινότητα means there is no light at all. Metaphorically, it can mean 'sinisterness.'
Θολότητα (Tholotita)
Meaning 'turbidity' or 'cloudiness.' Use this for liquids or eyes. It implies a partial blockage, whereas αδιαφάνεια is often absolute.
Μυστικότητα (Mystikotita)
Meaning 'secrecy.' This is more about the intent to keep a secret, while αδιαφάνεια is the state of the process being hidden.

In a professional setting, if you want to sound less accusatory, you might use 'έλλειψη ενημέρωσης' (lack of information) or 'μη προσβάσιμες διαδικασίες' (non-accessible processes). However, if you want to emphasize a systemic failure, αδιαφάνεια remains the strongest and most appropriate choice.

Υπάρχει μεγάλη διαφορά μεταξύ της αδιαφάνειας και της απλής διακριτικότητας. (There is a big difference between lack of transparency and simple discretion.)

In scientific texts, you might also see στεγανότητα (watertightness/airtightness), which is used metaphorically in politics to mean a system that is completely closed off from outside influence. But αδιαφάνεια specifically targets the 'visibility' aspect of the system.

Curiosidade

The root 'φαν-' comes from the Ancient Greek verb 'φαίνω', which means 'to bring to light' or 'to show.' This is the same root found in 'phantom,' 'phenomenon,' and 'fantasy.'

Guia de pronúncia

UK /a.ði.aˈfa.ni.a/
US /a.ði.aˈfɑ.ni.ə/
The primary stress is on the fourth syllable: α-δι-α-ΦΑ-νει-α.
Rima com
επιφάνεια (surface) επιφάνεια (epiphany) περηφάνεια (pride) ζωντάνια (liveliness - near rhyme) ορφάνια (orphanhood) μετάνοια (repentance) συμπάθεια (sympathy) αντιπάθεια (antipathy)
Erros comuns
  • Stressing the 'ni' instead of 'fa'.
  • Pronouncing 'dh' (delta) as a hard 'd'.
  • Confusing the ending '-εια' with '-ία'.
  • Skipping the second 'a' (α-δια-φάνεια).
  • Pronouncing 'f' as 'v'.
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Exemplos por nível

1

Το τζάμι έχει αδιαφάνεια.

The glass has opacity.

Simple subject-verb-object structure.

2

Δεν βλέπω μέσα λόγω αδιαφάνειας.

I don't see inside due to opacity.

Using 'λόγω' with genitive.

3

Η αδιαφάνεια είναι κακή για το φως.

Opacity is bad for the light.

Basic adjective use.

4

Αυτό το πλαστικό έχει αδιαφάνεια.

This plastic has opacity.

Demonstrative pronoun 'αυτό'.

5

Η αδιαφάνεια του τοίχου.

The opacity of the wall.

Genitive case 'του τοίχου'.

6

Θέλω διαφάνεια, όχι αδιαφάνεια.

I want transparency, not opacity.

Contrastive 'όχι'.

7

Το νερό δεν έχει αδιαφάνεια.

The water does not have opacity.

Negation with 'δεν'.

8

Η αδιαφάνεια είναι εδώ.

The opacity is here.

Adverb of place 'εδώ'.

1

Η αδιαφάνεια του υλικού είναι μεγάλη.

The opacity of the material is great.

Use of 'μεγάλη' (feminine adjective).

2

Υπάρχει αδιαφάνεια στις τιμές.

There is lack of transparency in the prices.

Abstract usage starts here.

3

Δεν μου αρέσει η αδιαφάνεια.

I don't like the lack of transparency.

Verb 'μου αρέσει' with nominative.

4

Η αδιαφάνεια κρύβει την αλήθεια.

Opacity hides the truth.

Third person singular verb.

5

Το χρώμα δίνει αδιαφάνεια.

The color gives opacity.

Verb 'δίνει' (gives).

6

Πρέπει να αλλάξουμε την αδιαφάνεια.

We must change the lack of transparency.

Modal 'πρέπει' with subjunctive.

7

Η αδιαφάνεια είναι πρόβλημα.

The lack of transparency is a problem.

Simple definition sentence.

8

Γιατί υπάρχει τόση αδιαφάνεια;

Why is there so much opacity?

Interrogative 'γιατί'.

1

Η αδιαφάνεια στην αγορά εργασίας είναι ανησυχητική.

The lack of transparency in the labor market is worrying.

Adjective 'ανησυχητική' matches feminine noun.

2

Πολλοί μιλούν για την αδιαφάνεια του συστήματος.

Many speak about the lack of transparency of the system.

Preposition 'για' with accusative.

3

Η αδιαφάνεια των εξετάσεων προκάλεσε αντιδράσεις.

The lack of transparency of the exams caused reactions.

Past tense 'προκάλεσε'.

4

Χρειαζόμαστε νόμους κατά της αδιαφάνειας.

We need laws against lack of transparency.

Preposition 'κατά' with genitive.

5

Η αδιαφάνεια εμποδίζει τον έλεγχο.

Opacity prevents control/audit.

Verb 'εμποδίζει' (prevents).

6

Το φάρμακο έχει μια κάποια αδιαφάνεια.

The medicine has a certain opacity.

Indefinite pronoun 'κάποια'.

7

Η αδιαφάνεια είναι εχθρός της δημοκρατίας.

Lack of transparency is an enemy of democracy.

Metaphorical usage.

8

Μην αφήνετε την αδιαφάνεια να κυριαρχήσει.

Do not let opacity dominate.

Imperative 'μην αφήνετε'.

1

Η κυβέρνηση κατηγορείται για αδιαφάνεια στις δαπάνες.

The government is accused of lack of transparency in spending.

Passive voice 'κατηγορείται'.

2

Η αδιαφάνεια του φακού επηρεάζει τη φωτογραφία.

The opacity of the lens affects the photo.

Scientific/Technical context.

3

Υπάρχει ένα πέπλο αδιαφάνειας πάνω από την υπόθεση.

There is a veil of opacity over the case.

Idiomatic 'πέπλο' (veil).

4

Η αδιαφάνεια των κινήτρων του είναι προφανής.

The opacity of his motives is obvious.

Genitive 'των κινήτρων του'.

5

Πρέπει να καταπολεμήσουμε την αδιαφάνεια με κάθε τρόπο.

We must fight lack of transparency by every means.

Verb 'καταπολεμήσουμε' (fight/combat).

6

Η αδιαφάνεια στις προσλήψεις δημιουργεί αδικίες.

Lack of transparency in hiring creates injustices.

Noun 'αδικίες' (injustices).

7

Το νέο λογισμικό μειώνει την αδιαφάνεια των δεδομένων.

The new software reduces data opacity.

Verb 'μειώνει' (reduces).

8

Η αδιαφάνεια είναι χαρακτηριστικό των αυταρχικών καθεστώτων.

Lack of transparency is a characteristic of authoritarian regimes.

Complex noun phrase.

1

Η θεσμική αδιαφάνεια υπονομεύει την εμπιστοσύνη των πολιτών.

Institutional lack of transparency undermines citizens' trust.

Adjective 'θεσμική' (institutional).

2

Η αδιαφάνεια των χρηματοπιστωτικών ροών διευκολύνει τη φοροδιαφυγή.

The opacity of financial flows facilitates tax evasion.

Economic terminology.

3

Κριτικοί επισημαίνουν την αδιαφάνεια στην επιλογή των καλλιτεχνών.

Critics point out the lack of transparency in the selection of artists.

Verb 'επισημαίνουν' (point out/highlight).

4

Η αδιαφάνεια του γυαλιού οφείλεται στην κρυσταλλική του δομή.

The opacity of the glass is due to its crystalline structure.

Technical/Scientific explanation.

5

Απαιτείται ριζική αλλαγή για την εξάλειψη της αδιαφάνειας.

A radical change is required for the elimination of opacity.

Noun 'εξάλειψη' (elimination).

6

Η αδιαφάνεια των κριτηρίων αξιολόγησης είναι απαράδεκτη.

The opacity of the evaluation criteria is unacceptable.

Adjective 'απαράδεκτη' (unacceptable).

7

Το φαινόμενο της αδιαφάνειας είναι βαθιά ριζωμένο στη γραφειοκρατία.

The phenomenon of opacity is deeply rooted in bureaucracy.

Participle 'ριζωμένο' (rooted).

8

Η αδιαφάνεια λειτουργεί ως τροχοπέδη στην καινοτομία.

Opacity acts as a brake on innovation.

Metaphorical 'τροχοπέδη' (brake/hindrance).

1

Η εγγενής αδιαφάνεια των αλγορίθμων τεχνητής νοημοσύνης εγείρει ηθικά ζητήματα.

The inherent opacity of AI algorithms raises ethical issues.

Adjective 'εγγενής' (inherent).

2

Η αδιαφάνεια στην κατανομή των πόρων αντανακλά δομικές παθογένειες.

The opacity in resource allocation reflects structural pathologies.

Sociological terminology 'παθογένειες'.

3

Παρά τις διακηρύξεις, η αδιαφάνεια εξακολουθεί να διέπει τον δημόσιο βίο.

Despite proclamations, lack of transparency continues to govern public life.

Verb 'διέπει' (governs/pervades).

4

Η αδιαφάνεια του λόγου του υποδηλώνει μια προσπάθεια παραπλάνησης.

The opacity of his speech suggests an attempt at deception.

Noun 'παραπλάνησης' (deception).

5

Η αδιαφάνεια των υλικών αυτών μελετάται στο πλαίσιο της κβαντικής φυσικής.

The opacity of these materials is studied within the framework of quantum physics.

Academic prepositional phrase.

6

Η αδιαφάνεια στις διεθνείς σχέσεις μπορεί να οδηγήσει σε παρεξηγήσεις.

Opacity in international relations can lead to misunderstandings.

Political science context.

7

Η αδιαφάνεια λειτουργεί ως προπέτασμα καπνού για την ευνοιοκρατία.

Opacity acts as a smokescreen for nepotism.

Idiom 'προπέτασμα καπνού' (smokescreen).

8

Η αδιαφάνεια της ιστορικής μνήμης συχνά οδηγεί στην παραποίηση των γεγονότων.

The opacity of historical memory often leads to the distortion of facts.

Philosophical context.

Colocações comuns

καθεστώς αδιαφάνειας
πλήρης αδιαφάνεια
συντελεστής αδιαφάνειας
καταπολέμηση της αδιαφάνειας
πέπλο αδιαφάνειας
αδιαφάνεια διαδικασιών
οικονομική αδιαφάνεια
θεσμική αδιαφάνεια
αδιαφάνεια του κρυστάλλου
καταγγελία για αδιαφάνεια

Frases Comuns

Τέλος στην αδιαφάνεια

Κάτω από την αδιαφάνεια

Λόγω της αδιαφάνειας

Προκαλεί αδιαφάνεια

Μέσα στην αδιαφάνεια

Αδιαφάνεια και διαφθορά

Συνθήκες αδιαφάνειας

Έλλειψη αδιαφάνειας

Περιορισμός της αδιαφάνειας

Αδιαφάνεια του κράτους

Expressões idiomáticas

"ρίχνω φως στην αδιαφάνεια"

To bring light to the opacity, meaning to reveal the truth.

Ο δημοσιογράφος προσπαθεί να ρίξει φως στην αδιαφάνεια.

Journalistic

"πέπλο αδιαφάνειας"

A veil of opacity, meaning something is deliberately hidden.

Η υπόθεση καλύπτεται από ένα πέπλο αδιαφάνειας.

Formal

"βυθισμένος στην αδιαφάνεια"

Submerged in opacity, meaning completely non-transparent.

Ο οργανισμός είναι βυθισμένος στην αδιαφάνεια.

Emphatic

"τοίχος αδιαφάνειας"

A wall of opacity, meaning a total barrier to information.

Βρήκαμε έναν τοίχο αδιαφάνειας στο υπουργείο.

Common

"καθεστώς αδιαφάνειας"

A regime of opacity, referring to a long-term state of secrecy.

Πρέπει να σπάσουμε το καθεστώς αδιαφάνειας.

Political

"πηγή αδιαφάνειας"

A source of opacity.

Αυτός ο νόμος είναι πηγή αδιαφάνειας.

Formal

"σύννεφα αδιαφάνειας"

Clouds of opacity, suggesting something suspicious is brewing.

Σύννεφα αδιαφάνειας πάνω από το λιμάνι.

Literary

"αδιαφάνεια του σκότους"

Opacity of darkness (pleonasm used for emphasis).

Η αδιαφάνεια του σκότους έκρυψε τους κλέφτες.

Poetic

"λαβύρινθος αδιαφάνειας"

A labyrinth of opacity, describing a complex system designed to hide things.

Χάθηκε στον λαβύρινθο της αδιαφάνειας.

Metaphorical

"ασπίδα αδιαφάνειας"

A shield of opacity, using secrecy as a defense.

Χρησιμοποιούν την αδιαφάνεια ως ασπίδα.

Rhetorical

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Mnemônico

Think of 'A-Dhia-Fania.' 'A' means NOT. 'Dhia' means THROUGH. 'Fania' (like fancy/phantom) means APPEAR. So, it's 'NOT-THROUGH-APPEAR'—you can't see through it!

Origem da palavra

From Ancient Greek 'ἀ-' (privative alpha, meaning 'not') + 'διαφάνεια' (transparency).

Significado original: The state of not showing through or not being visible through.

Indo-European (Hellenic branch).
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