Top synonyms for “dark”: benighted, black, blue, darkness, dingy, disconsolate, dismal, dour, and 65 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)an unenlightened state“he was in the dark concerning their intentions”
- (noun)an unilluminated area“he moved off into the darkness”
- (noun)absence of light or illumination
- (noun)absence of moral or spiritual values“the powers of darkness”
- (noun)the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
- (adjective)not giving performances; closed“the theater is dark on Mondays”
- (adjective)brunet (used of hair or skin or eyes)“dark eyes”
- (adjective)devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black“sitting in a dark corner”
- (adjective)causing dejection“a blue day”
- (adjective)(used of color) having a dark hue“dark green”
- (adjective)marked by difficulty of style or expression“much that was dark is now quite clear to me”
- (adjective)lacking enlightenment or knowledge or culture“this benighted country”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "dark"?
Common synonyms for "dark" include benighted, black, blue, darkness, dingy, disconsolate. Our thesaurus lists 73 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "dark"?
Antonyms for "dark" include light, light. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "dark" mean?
an unenlightened state Example: "he was in the dark concerning their intentions"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
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