darkly
1 synonym for darkly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In a way that suggests something sinister, ominous, or troubling.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
in darkness
How to use darkly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hint darkly
mutter darkly
Etymology
Comes from Middle English derkly, derkely, derkliche, derkeliche, equivalent to dark plus -ly. Compare Old English deorclīċe, a parallel formation.
Full origin of darkly →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.
