darken (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈdɑːrkən/

Definition

To become or make something dark or darker.

Examples

• The room began to darken as the storm clouds gathered.

• His mood seemed to darken with the bad news.

• The dye will darken the fabric over time.

How to Use darken

darken into (prepositional phrase)

To gradually change into something darker. — "The blue sky began to darken into a deep indigo."

darken with (prepositional phrase)

To become darker due to a specific reason or substance. — "His beard began to darken with age."

Synonyms of darken

Words with a similar meaning to darken:

• dim
• shade
• blacken

Antonyms of darken

Words with the opposite meaning to darken:

• lighten
• brighten

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