The difference between Obfuscate and Overshadow

When used as verbs, obfuscate means to make dark, whereas overshadow means to obscure something by casting a shadow.

Obfuscate is also adjective with the meaning: obfuscated.

check bellow for the other definitions of Obfuscate and Overshadow

Obfuscate as a verb:

To make dark; overshadow
Obfuscate as a verb:

To deliberately make more confusing in order to conceal the truth.

Examples:

"Before leaving the scene, the murderer set a fire to obfuscate any evidence of his or her identity."
Obfuscate as a verb (computing):

To alter code while preserving its behavior but concealing its structure and intent.

Examples:

"We need to obfuscate these classes before we ship the final release."

Obfuscate as an adjective (obsolete):

Obfuscated; darkened; obscured.

Examples:

"rfquotek Sir. T. Elyot"

Overshadow as a verb (transitive):

To obscure something by casting a shadow.
Overshadow as a verb (transitive):

To dominate something and make it seem insignificant.
Overshadow as a verb (transitive):

To shelter or protect.