shadowy
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Adjective — Dim, dark, or full of shadows.
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How to use shadowy
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Etymology
From Middle English schadwy, built from "shadow" plus "-y".
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What does “shadowy” mean?
The word “shadowy” means dim, dark, or full of shadows. In plain terms, either literally dim and shadow-filled, or figuratively mysterious and secretive.
How do you pronounce “shadowy”?
“Shadowy” is pronounced SHAD-oh-ee (/ˈʃæd.oʊ.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “shadowy” in a sentence?
Here is “shadowy” used in a sentence: “A shadowy figure waited at the end of the alley.”
What part of speech is “shadowy”?
“Shadowy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “shadowy” come from?
The word “shadowy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English schadwy, built from "shadow" plus "-y".
How many meanings does “shadowy” have?
“Shadowy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: dim, dark, or full of shadows.