Darkness Definition & Meaning
darkness
- noun
- absence of light or illumination
- an unilluminated area; "he moved off into the darkness"
- absence of moral or spiritual values; "the powers of darkness"
- an unenlightened state; "he was in the dark concerning their intentions"; "his lectures dispelled the darkness"
- having a dark or somber color
- a swarthy complexion
"Darkness" in song lyrics
See how darkness is used in real songs:
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"Steppin' to the light, and out the darkness"
2 Live Crew — Here I Come -
"Cause you're blind in the second stage of darkness"
3rd Bass — Triple Stage Darkness -
"While some fall victim to a black hole of darkness"
4th Disciple f/ ShoGun Assason — Who's Eyez Can See
Words that rhyme with darkness
Usage tips for "darkness"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "darkness" 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 darkness to find words that pair well.
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- What does darkness mean?
- absence of light or illumination an unilluminated area; "he moved off into the darkness" absence of moral or spiritual values; "the powers of darkness" an unenlightened state; "he was in the dark concerning their intentions"; "his lectures dispelled the darkness" having a dark or somber color a swarthy complexion
- What part of speech is darkness?
- Darkness is a noun.
- How many definitions does darkness have?
- Darkness has 6 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).