DARKENED Meaning and
Definition
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Darkened is an adjective that describes something that has become darker or dimmer in appearance or lighting. It refers to the act or process of making something less bright or illuminated, resulting in decreased visibility or reduced light. This term commonly describes the state of a previously lit or well-lit area becoming darker due to a decrease in light sources, often as a result of natural processes such as sunset, twilight, or the passing of clouds, which casts shadows or obscures direct light. Alternatively, it can also be deliberately darkened by turning off or reducing artificial light sources.
In a more figurative sense, darkened can be used to describe a shift in mood or atmosphere towards a more gloomy, sinister, or negative tone. It suggests a turn towards darkness or despair, often as a result of unfortunate or troubling circumstances. This usage conveys a sense of heaviness or oppression, symbolizing the absence of light, hope, or optimism in a particular situation or mindset.
Overall, darkened can refer to both the physical reduction of light and the metaphorical representation of a somber or negative state, allowing for a range of interpretations depending on the context in which it is used.
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Etymology of DARKENED
The word darkened is derived from the Middle English word darkenen, which can be traced back to the Old English word deorcian. Deorcian is a combination of the words deorc (dark) and the suffix -ian, which denotes a verb form. Ultimately, the roots of darkened can be traced to the Proto-Germanic word derkaz.
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Conjugate verb Darkened
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