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darkly

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Adv — In a way that suggests something sinister, ominous, or troubling.

How to use darkly

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hint darkly mutter darkly

Etymology

From Middle English derkly, derkely, derkliche, derkeliche; equivalent to dark + -ly. Compare Old English deorclīċe, a parallel formation.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “darkly” mean?

The word “darkly” means in a way that suggests something sinister, ominous, or troubling. In plain terms, in a gloomy, ominous, or dimly lit manner.

How do you pronounce “darkly”?

“Darkly” is pronounced DAHK-lee (/ˈdɑɹkli/ in IPA).

How do you use “darkly” in a sentence?

Here is “darkly” used in a sentence: “He hinted darkly that something terrible had happened.”

What part of speech is “darkly”?

“Darkly” is an adverb.

How many meanings does “darkly” have?

“Darkly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a way that suggests something sinister, ominous, or troubling.

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