darken
What is another word for darken? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Verb — To make or become darker in light or color.
Antonyms
How to use darken
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sky darkens
darken a room
his mood darkened
Etymology
From Old English deorcnian, built from dark plus the verb-forming suffix -en, on the same pattern as "sadden" or "widen."
Full origin of darken →Frequently asked questions
What does “darken” mean?
The word “darken” means to make or become darker in light or color. In plain terms, to become or make something less light, either literally (in color/light) or figuratively (in mood).
How do you pronounce “darken”?
“Darken” is pronounced DAH-kuhn (/ˈdɑɹkən/ in IPA).
How do you use “darken” in a sentence?
Here is “darken” used in a sentence: “The sky darkened before the storm hit.”
What part of speech is “darken”?
“Darken” is a verb.
Where does the word “darken” come from?
The word “darken” comes from Old English. From Old English deorcnian, built from dark plus the verb-forming suffix -en, on the same pattern as "sadden" or "widen.".
How many meanings does “darken” have?
“Darken” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make or become darker in light or color.
