Adjectives Describing Sensory Experiences - Adjectives of Darkness

These adjectives describe the qualities and characteristics associated with a lack or absence of light, such as "dim", "dull", "gloomy", etc.

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dull

[Adjective]

(of colors) not very bright or vibrant

Ex: She wore a dull brown sweater that blended into the background .

dusky

[Adjective]

dark or shadowy in color, often with a soft or muted tone

Ex: His dusky brown eyes seemed to hold secrets untold .

faded

[Adjective]

having lost intensity or brightness in color

Ex: The colors of the flag were faded from years of exposure to the elements.

tenebrous

[Adjective]

dark or obscure, often with a mysterious or gloomy atmosphere

Ex: The tenebrous clouds overhead threatened to unleash a storm .

lusterless

[Adjective]

appearing dull without any reflective quality

Ex: The lusterless gemstone lacked the sparkle and shine of a high-quality jewel .

crepuscular

[Adjective]

relating to or resembling twilight

Ex: The forest took on a crepuscular atmosphere as the sun dipped below the horizon .

dark

[Adjective]

having very little or no light

Ex: The dark path through the woods was difficult to navigate .

shadowy

[Adjective]

dimly lit or obscured by shadows, often creating an atmosphere of mystery or uncertainty

Ex: The shadowy room was illuminated only by the glow of a distant candle .

opaque

[Adjective]

(of an object) blocking the passage of light and preventing objects from being seen through it

Ex: The opaque glass in the bathroom ensured privacy while blocking outside light .

dim

[Adjective]

lacking brightness or sufficient light

Ex: The hallway was dim, with only a faint light filtering in from the window.

murky

[Adjective]

(of sky) cloudy or dark, often resulting in a gloomy atmosphere

Ex: A murky sky loomed overhead , suggesting that rain was imminent .

somber

[Adjective]

dark and gloomy in color, especially gray or black

Ex: The somber color scheme of the room created a solemn ambiance .

gloomy

[Adjective]

lacking in light, resulting in a dim or shadowy atmosphere

Ex: He preferred to work in a brightly lit office , finding gloomy spaces uninviting .

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Adjectives Describing Sensory Experiences - Adjectives of Darkness