Definition

The condition or quality of being without light; a state where there is little or no light present.

Example

The darkness of the cave made it difficult to see anything.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how the darkness changes everything at night?

Absolutely! It feels so different when the sun goes down.

Yeah, sometimes I find the darkness a bit eerie, don’t you?

For sure, but it can also be peaceful in a way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Darkness → It is formed from "dark" (from Old English *deorc*, meaning lacking light) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "darkness" refers to the state of being without light or the quality of being dark.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'dark' which means lacking light, and the suffix '-ness' that indicates a state. This helps you remember that 'darkness' is the state of being dark.

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