Darkness meaning

What does “darkness” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“darkness” is a noun with 6 meanings. Its most common meaning is: absence of light or illumination.

darkness

absence of light or illumination
Synonymsdark
an unilluminated area
“he moved off into the darkness”
Synonymsdark shadow
absence of moral or spiritual values
“the powers of darkness”
Synonymswickedness dark
an unenlightened state
“he was in the dark concerning their intentions”
“his lectures dispelled the darkness”
Synonymsdark
having a dark or somber color
Oppositeslightness
a swarthy complexion
Synonymsduskiness swarthiness

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University