Cool MateMeaning of Darkness
In simple words: The absence of light; a place that is not bright.
Darkness in a sentence
- Many people fear the darkness because it hides the unknown.
- The darkness of the cave made it difficult to find the way out.
- The poem describes the darkness of the human soul and its struggles.
How to use Darkness
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a dark room — no light can be found.
Related words
Collocations with Darkness
Opposites of Darkness
- light
- brightness
Common mistakes with Darkness
- Confused with 'dark' — they are not interchangeable.
- Using it in very light contexts, as it carries a heavy connotation.
- Omitting it in figurative expressions.
Darkness appears in
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- Arabicالعربية
ظلام
غياب الضوء؛ مكان ليس مشرقاً.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অন্ধকার
আলোর অভাব; এমন জায়গা যেখানে আলো নেই।
- GermanDeutsch
Dunkelheit
Das Fehlen von Licht; ein Ort, der nicht hell ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Oscuridad
La falta de luz; un lugar que no es brillante.
- Persianفارسی
تاریکی
نداشتن نور؛ جایی که روشن نیست.
- FrenchFrançais
Obscurité
L'absence de lumière ; un endroit qui n'est pas lumineux.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अँधेरा
रोशनी का न होना; या ऐसी जगह जहाँ उजाला न हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Oscurità
L'assenza di luce; un luogo che non è luminoso.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Escuridão
A ausência de luz; um lugar que não é brilhante.
- RussianРусский
Тьма
Отсутствие света; место, где неярко.
- Urduاردو
اندھیرا، تاریکی
روشنی کا نہ ہونا؛ ایسی جگہ جہاں روشنی نہ ہو۔
- Chinese中文
黑暗
没有光；不亮的地方。
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- Shadows
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Frequently asked questions about Darkness
What does Darkness mean?
The absence of light; a place that is not bright.
What is the definition of Darkness?
the state of being dark, without any light
How do you use Darkness in a sentence?
The room was filled with darkness after the lights went out.
Can you give another example of Darkness?
Darkness fell quickly in the forest as the sun set behind the trees.
What are synonyms for Darkness?
Common alternatives include gloom, obscurity, night, shadows, dimness.
What is the opposite of Darkness?
Opposite meanings include light, brightness.
What words go with Darkness?
It commonly pairs with complete, pitch, total, be plunged into, lie in, stand in, close in, come, descend, in (the) darkness, into the darkness, out of the darkness, the hours of darkness, under cover of darkness.
What are common mistakes when using Darkness?
Confused with 'dark' — they are not interchangeable. Using it in very light contexts, as it carries a heavy connotation. Omitting it in figurative expressions.
How do you pronounce Darkness?
US: /["/ˈdɑːrknəs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdɑːknəs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Darkness?
Used in both literal and figurative contexts. In literature, it can represent evil or sadness. 'Darkness' is neutral, but avoid using it in overly casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Darkness?
"Darkness" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.