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DARKENING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)
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Definitions

There are 13 meanings of the word Darkening.

Darkening - as a noun

Changing to a darker color

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blackening
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change of color
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Darkening - as an adjective satellite

Becoming dark or darker as from waning light or clouding over

Example: "The darkening sky"

Darkening - as a verb

To make dark or darker by reducing light.

To become dark or darker (having less light).

To get dark (referring to the sky, either in the evening or as a result of cloud).

To make dark or darker in colour.

To become dark or darker in colour.

To render gloomy, darker in mood.

To become gloomy, darker in mood.

To blind, impair the eyesight.

To be blinded, lose one’s eyesight.

To cloud, obscure, or perplex; to render less clear or intelligible.

To make foul; to sully; to tarnish.

Example Sentences

"The darkening of the sky signaled the approach of a storm."
"The darkening of his mood was evident in his silent and withdrawn demeanor."
"The darkening in her eyes revealed her deep sorrow."
"The gradual darkening of the room as the sun set created a calming atmosphere."
"The darkening of the ocean's surface indicated the presence of an underwater creature."
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Word Game Points

Is DARKENING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, darkening is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DARKENING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is DARKENING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, darkening is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DARKENING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is DARKENING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, darkening is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DARKENING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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