elhomályosít

elhomályosít is a Hungarian verb that translates to "to obscure," "to dim," or "to eclipse" in English. It is used in a variety of contexts, both literal and figurative.

Literally, elhomályosít can describe the act of making something less clear or visible. For example, clouds can elhomályosít the sun, making the daylight dimmer. Fog can elhomályosít the landscape, reducing visibility. In this sense, it implies a reduction in brightness or sharpness.

Figuratively, elhomályosít can refer to making something less important, less noticeable, or less significant. A new event might elhomályosít a previous one in the public's memory. A superior achievement can elhomályosít a less impressive one. It can also be used to describe the act of overshadowing someone or something, diminishing their prominence or impact. For instance, a star athlete's performance might elhomályosít the efforts of their teammates.

The verb is derived from the word "homály," which means "gloom," "dimness," or "obscurity." The suffix "-ít" is a causative suffix in Hungarian, indicating that the subject causes the object to become in a certain state. Therefore, elhomályosít literally means "to cause to be gloomy or dim."

The word is relatively common in everyday Hungarian and appears in various media. It conveys a sense of fading, lessening, or becoming less prominent.