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darken, shade, dim, blacken

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Example Sentences

Example:The atmosphere darkened as the storm approached, creating a mood of tension and anticipation.

Definition:To make or become darker, often to increase the intensity or mood of something.

From darken

Example:The artist shaded the background to create a more dramatic effect in the painting.

Definition:To make darker by adding shadow or pigment, often used in an artistic sense to add depth or contrast.

From shade

Example:As night fell, the lights dimmed, and the scene negroised into a dim, mysterious tableau.

Definition:To make dim or less bright, often used metaphorically to describe a decline in quality or mood.

From dim

Example:The quality of her reputation blackened over the years as rumors spread.

Definition:To make or become black, often used in a negative context to describe deterioration or decline.

From blacken