darks
/dɑːrks/
NOUN
1. A partial or complete absence of light
A condition in which little or no light is present, making objects difficult or impossible to see.
1.1. Darkness or lack of illumination
Areas or conditions characterized by an absence of light, including dark places or shadowy surroundings.
Synonyms
- darkness
- glooms
- shadows
- dimness
Antonyms
- brightness
- illumination
- light
- radiance
Examples
- The darks of the forest seemed impenetrable at night.
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NOUN
2. Ignorance or lack of knowledge
A state of lacking knowledge, information, or understanding about something.
2.1. Lack of knowledge or understanding
A condition in which someone is unaware of facts or does not understand a particular subject or situation.
Synonyms
- ignorance
- unawareness
- uninformedness
- incomprehension
Antonyms
- knowledge
- awareness
- understanding
- enlightenment
Related Words
- uncertainty
- confusion
- inexperience
- illiteracy
NOUN
3. Nightfall or the dark period of the day
The time when daylight disappears and darkness begins, particularly in the evening or at night.
3.1. Evening darkness and nightfall
The period associated with sunset, dusk, evening, and the arrival of nighttime.
Synonyms
- dusks
- evenings
- gloamings
- midnights
- nightfalls
- nights
- nighttimes
- twilights
Antonyms
Examples
- The darks settled over the countryside after sunset.
Related Words
- crepuscles
- crepuscules
- evenfalls
- eventides
- eves
- sundowns
- sunsets
NOUN
4. Dark shades or passages in visual artwork
Areas of dark color or tone used in paintings, engravings, photographs, or other visual compositions.
4.1. Dark tones in artwork
Dark-colored areas in an image or artwork that create shadows, contrast, depth, or visual emphasis.
Synonyms
- dark shades
- dark tones
- shadows
- dark passages
Antonyms
- highlights
- lights
- bright tones
Examples
- The painter used various darks to create shadows and depth in the artwork.
- The darks in the photograph added a sense of mystery to the scene.
Related Words
- shading
- contrast
- hues
- tones
- values
VERB
5. To grow or become dark
To gradually become darker or lose brightness.
5.1. Becoming darker
The process of losing light or brightness, or changing to a darker appearance.
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Antonyms
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VERB
6. To remain hidden or concealed
To stay out of sight or remain concealed in a place where one cannot easily be seen.
6.1. Hiding or remaining concealed
Remaining in darkness or a concealed position to avoid being noticed or discovered.
Synonyms
- lurk
- hide
- lie concealed
- remain hidden
Antonyms
Examples
- The detective relied on the darks of the alley to remain concealed during the stakeout.
Related Words
- shelter
- concealment
- secrecy
- stealth
VERB
7. To make something dark or obscure
To reduce the brightness of something or make it less visible or clear.
7.1. Darkening or obscuring something
Reducing illumination, covering something with darkness, or making it difficult to see clearly.