Kadiliman (en. Darkness)
ka-di-li-man
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A state or condition where there is no light or low light.
The darkness of the night brought an unusual fear to the people.
Ang kadiliman ng gabi ay nagdala ng kakaibang takot sa mga tao.
Symbolizes things that are unclear or uncertain.
The government's plans remain a darkness for the citizens.
Ang mga plano ng gobyerno ay nananatiling kadiliman para sa mamamayan.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'dilim' which means lack of light.
Common Phrases and Expressions
In the darkness
It shows a state of absence of light or hope.
Sa kadiliman
Related Words
darkness
Lack of light; also a synonym of kadiliman.
dilim
dark
Indicates a high level of darkness.
madilim
Slang Meanings
dark surroundings
We were in the darkness of the forest, so we looked for fire.
Nasa kadiliman kami ng gubat, kaya naghanap kami ng apoy.
mysterious situation
His motives seem dark; I can't understand him.
Parang kadiliman ang kanyang mga motibo, hindi ko siya maintindihan.
lack of light
The darkness in the room creates a deafeningly silent atmosphere.
Ang kadiliman sa silid ay bumubuo ng nakakabinging tahimik na atmospera.