dark

UK: dɑːk | US: dɑːrk

Definition

  1. adj. lacking light; not illuminated

  2. adj. (of color) deep or muted in shade

  3. n. absence of light; night or darkness

  4. n. (figurative) ignorance or evil

Structure
dark <absence of light>
Etymology

The word "dark" traces back to Old English deorc, meaning "hidden, obscure, or devoid of light." It shares Proto-Germanic roots (derkaz) with related terms in German (dunkel) and Dutch (donker). The core concept of "concealment" or "lack of illumination" has persisted through its evolution, later expanding metaphorically to represent ignorance or malevolence.

Examples

  1. The room was too dark to see anything.

  2. She wore a dark blue dress to the party.

  3. Fear of the dark is common among children.

  4. The novel explores the dark side of human nature.

  5. The sky grew dark as the storm approached.