Meaning & Definition of Darkness in English
Darkness
The absence of light.
Pronunciation:
/ˈdɑːrk.nəs/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
darknessesDetailed Definitions
Definition: The state or quality of being dark; the absence of light.
Example Sentence: The darkness of the night made it difficult to see.
Definition: A condition of being uninformed or unaware; ignorance.
Example Sentence: He remained in darkness about her true feelings.
Definition: Evil or malevolent forces; wickedness.
Example Sentence: They fought against the darkness that threatened their land.
Definition: The time between sunset and sunrise when there is little or no light.
Example Sentence: We set out to explore the village in the darkness.
Definition: A lack of hope or optimism.
Example Sentence: She felt a sense of darkness enveloping her after the news.
Etymology
Origin: Old English 'deorc' meaning dark, with 'ness' denoting a state or condition.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- into the darkness: Engaging in an uncertain situation.
- the dark side: The less desirable or morally questionable aspect of something.
- darkness before dawn: A difficult or troublesome time prior to a positive change.
Translations
- Spanish: oscuridad
- French: obscurité
- German: Dunkelheit
- Russian: темнота
Related Words
- dark: Having little or no light.
- shadow: A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
- gloom: Partial or total darkness; a state of melancholy or despondency.
Slang Meanings of darkness
Meaning: The unknown or uncertain situations in life.
Example Sentence: I'm stepping into the darkness here with this decision.
Meaning: Feeling down or depressed.
Example Sentence: He’s been in a darkness lately, not talking to anyone.