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Darkening Definition & Meaning

darkening
adjective
  1. becoming dark or darker as from waning light or clouding over; "the darkening sky"
noun
  1. changing to a darker color

"Darkening" in song lyrics

See how darkening is used in real songs:

  • "The night that you reached your darkening"
    Brooklyn Zu f/ GZA — Knock Knock
  • "But come with me, creep into the darkening"
    Jamal — Keep It Live
  • "brass 20darkening"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "darkening"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "darkening" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for darkening to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does darkening mean?
becoming dark or darker as from waning light or clouding over; "the darkening sky" changing to a darker color
What part of speech is darkening?
Darkening is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does darkening have?
Darkening has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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