Definition

The darkest shade of something, often referring to a dim or shadowy quality.

Example

The duskiest corners of the room were filled with cobwebs.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen the sunset today?

Yeah, it was beautiful and the duskiest one I've seen this week!

I know, right? The colors were so vibrant against the darkening sky.

Definitely! It felt like the perfect end to the day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Duskiest → It is formed from "dusky" (from Middle English "duske", meaning somewhat dark or shadowy) and the suffix "-est" (indicating the superlative degree). The word "duskiest" means the most dark or shadowy in comparison to others.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dusky' meaning somewhat dark, and remember that 'duskiest' refers to the most dark or shadowy.

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