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Vocabulary Entry
darkness
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
The absence of light or the state of being dark.
Example Sentences
"The darkness of the night made it difficult to see anything."
"She felt a sense of fear in the overwhelming darkness of the forest."
"The artist used shades of black and gray to depict the theme of darkness."
V
verb
To make something dark or less bright.
Example Sentences
"The storm clouds darkened the sky before the rain started."
"As the sun set, shadows began to darken the landscape."
"The painting was darkened to create a more dramatic effect."
A
adjective
Having little or no light; characterized by darkness.
Example Sentences
"The dark alley made her feel uneasy."
"He wore a dark suit for the formal event."
"The dark waters of the lake hid many mysteries."