dusky

Meanings

• adjective

  Having the color of dusk, or a deep twilight color.

• Dark or darkened; gloomy or dim.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdʌs.ki/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

black , inky , sable , sooty , swarthy

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with dusky
dusky , mussy , susky , rusty

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Variants

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duskier , duskiest , duskily , duskiness , duskinesses , dusky

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Etymology

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From Old French tusque, meaning 'dark' or 'dusky'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'dusky' has been used to describe the color of the sky during twilight since the Middle Ages.

2. In some cultures, a 'dusky' complexion is considered beautiful and desirable.

3. The term 'dusky' is also used to describe certain types of gemstones, such as opals and amethysts.

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Related Concepts

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1. twilight: The period of day between sunset and nightfall, characterized by a soft, diffused light.

2. gloom: A state of dimness or darkness, often accompanied by a feeling of sadness or despair.

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Culture

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In literature, 'dusky' has been used to describe characters with dark complexions or settings with a dark or gloomy atmosphere. In music, it has been used as a descriptor for a certain sound or mood.

How to Memorize "dusky"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the color of dusk to remember the meaning of 'dusky'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dusky' with dark or gloomy settings or characters.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Dusky is dark, just like the night'

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