Dictionary Entry
darkness
nounFind the meaning of the word darkness, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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The absence of light; the state of being dark or shadowy.
Example Sentence
The darkness of the forest made it hard to see the path ahead.
Usage Note
Use 'darkness' when describing places or times with little or no light, or metaphorically for sadness or evil.