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Duskier: meaning, definitions and examples

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duskier

 

[ หˆdสŒskiษ™r ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

color shade

Duskier refers to a shade that is darker or more subdued than usual. It often describes the transitional period just after sunset when the light is fading and shadows deepen. The term can also apply to colors in various contexts, such as in art, fashion, or design, indicating a preference for muted tones. In a broader context, it may refer to things that are less illuminated or have a more somber appearance.

Synonyms

deeper, dimmer, gloomier, shadowier

Examples of usage

  • The room was painted a duskier shade of blue.
  • Her skin tone appeared duskier under the dim lights.
  • The photograph captured a duskier view of the landscape.
  • He preferred duskier colors for his wardrobe.

Translations

Translations of the word "duskier" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mais escuro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เคงเฅ‡เคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช dunkler

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lebih gelap

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะตะผะฝั–ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ciemniejszy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ˆใ‚Šๆš—ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plus sombre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mรกs oscuro

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท daha karanlฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋” ์–ด๋‘์šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูƒุซุฑ ุธู„ู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tmavลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tmavลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ›ดๆš—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ temnejลกi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dรถkkt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ะฐาฃา“ั‹ั€ะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒคแƒ แƒ แƒ›แƒฃแƒฅแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daha qaranlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mรกs oscuro

Etymology

The word 'duskier' is derived from the noun 'dusk,' which originates from Middle English 'duske,' meaning 'dark or gloomy.' This term can be traced back further to Old English 'dลซsca,' which relates to the darkness that descends in the evening. The transformation involves a comparison, with 'dusk' serving as the base form and '-ier' being appended to create the comparative form, indicating a greater degree of darkness. Over time, the term has evolved and found use in various contexts, particularly in describing colors and atmospheres that evoke feelings associated with twilight or early evening. The connotations of 'dusk' have expanded, blending the literal idea of diminishing light with abstract interpretations of moods and aesthetics.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,283, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.