English · Adjectives
dark
/dɑːk/
[/dɑːk/]
without light
Beginneradjective
Definition
With little or no light; or close to black in colour.
Example
The room grew dark as the sun set slowly behind the distant purple hills.
The room grew dark as the sun set slowly behind the distant purple hills.
Etymology
From Old English 'deorc', of Germanic origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for absence of light, deep colours, and serious moods.