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DARKNESS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Darkness.

How to pronounce darkness:

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Darkness - as a noun

Absence of light or illumination

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dark9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
illumination14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An unilluminated area

Example: "He moved off into the darkness"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dark9shadow13

Absence of moral or spiritual values

Example: "The powers of darkness"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dark9wickedness20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
condition12status6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An unenlightened state

Example: "He was in the dark concerning their intentions"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dark9

Having a dark or somber color

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
lightness13

A swarthy complexion

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
duskiness14swarthiness17

Example Sentences

"The room was enveloped in darkness."
"He was afraid of the darkness."
"The darkness seemed to stretch on forever."
"She struggled to find her way in the darkness."
"The darkness of the night hid their movements."
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Word Game Points

Is DARKNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, darkness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DARKNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DARKNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, darkness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DARKNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is DARKNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, darkness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DARKNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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