Dark ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Dark ( adjective )

1. Not receiving or reflecting much light; relatively deficient in brightness.
2. Lacking illumination or brightness; shadowy or black.
3. Not giving or reflecting much light; dull or subdued in color.
4. Not easily or clearly seen or understood; mysterious or secretive.

Origin:

Old english deorc (adjective), of germanic origin; related to dutch and german dunkel, also to dusk.

Examples:

1. It was dark when I woke up this morning.
2. The room was dark and dingy.
3. I could barely see in the dark.
4. The forest was dark and dense.
5. He had a dark and brooding expression.

(As a noun)

Dark ( noun )

1. Not receiving or reflecting much light; relatively deficient in brightness.
2. Lacking illumination or brightness; shadowy or black.
3. Not giving or reflecting much light; dull or subdued in color.
4. Not easily or clearly seen or understood; mysterious or secretive.

Origin:

Old english deorc (adjective), of germanic origin; related to dutch and german dunkel, also to dusk.

Examples:

1. It was dark when I woke up this morning.
2. The room was dark and dingy.
3. I could barely see in the dark.
4. The forest was dark and dense.
5. He had a dark and brooding expression.