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Meaning of darkness in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈdɑrknəs/

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  1. Noun

    darkness

    Definitions

    1. absence of light or illumination

    Antonyms

    • light
    • lighting
  2. 2. an unilluminated area

    Examples

    • « he moved off into the darkness »
  3. 3. absence of moral or spiritual values

    Examples

    • « the powers of darkness »
  4. 4. an unenlightened state

    Examples

    • « he was in the dark concerning their intentions »
    • « his lectures dispelled the darkness »
  5. 5. having a dark or somber color

    Antonyms

    • lightness
  6. 6. a swarthy complexion

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