Darkness
Definition
(noun) The absence of light; a state of being dark
Examples
“The room was filled with darkness after the power went out.”
“Darkness swallowed the alley by 6 p.m.”
“I can't read in that kind of darkness.”
“She stepped outside, and the darkness made her pause.”
“By midnight, the darkness in the hallway felt heavy enough to press on my shoulders.”
Related words
Other English words at this level include Conundrum, Zenith, Ephemeral, Mellifluous, and Quintessential. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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