Synonyms for

Darkly

Verb / ˈdɑ:rkli: / Another word for darkly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Darkly means in a dark manner or with a lack of light.

Synonyms & similar words

indarkness gloomily dimly murkily shadowily obscurely shadily opaquely duskily sombrously cimmerianly blackly gloomfully gloamingly tenebrously umbrageously overcastly cloudily murkly nebulously sinisterly

Example sentences

  1. The room was darkly lit, casting eerie shadows on the walls.
  2. The forest appeared darkly mysterious as night fell.
  3. The storm clouds gathered darkly, threatening heavy rain.
  4. He spoke darkly of the dangers that lay ahead.
  5. The movie depicted a darkly twisted storyline.

Quotes

  • Into the darkness they go, the wise and the lovely. Crowned with lilies and with laurel they go; but I am not resigned. - Edna St. Vincent Millay
  • The darkness always teems with unexplained life, which is why we're afraid of it. - William J. Clinton
  • When darkness falls, beauty is lit from within. - Johnathan Jena

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