caliginous

/kəˈlɪdʒɪnəs/

ADJECTIVE

1. Dark, obscure, or murky

Characterized by darkness, gloom, or obscurity; difficult to see through or discern.

Describes places, surroundings, or conditions that are dark, dim, or completely without light.

The forest was enveloped in a caliginous mist, making it difficult to see ahead.
As evening fell, the city streets became caliginous, illuminated only by the dim glow of street lamps.
The artist captured the eerie beauty of the caliginous night sky in his painting.

Describes something obscured, clouded, or difficult to distinguish because of darkness, mist, fog, or a lack of clarity.

Describes an environment, scene, or atmosphere that feels gloomy, somber, or deeply shadowed.

The old mansion had an atmosphere of caliginous mystery, with shadows lurking in every corner.
The novel described the protagonist's journey through the caliginous depths of despair.