Dusky

Pronunciation: /ˈdʌski/

Definitions of dusky

adjective Dusky is an adjective that describes something as somewhat dark in color, usually referring to the sky at twilight or a person's complexion.

Example Sentences

A1 The dusky sky was full of stars.

A2 She saw a dusky figure in the shadows.

B1 The dusky room was lit only by a small lamp.

B2 The dusky atmosphere of the forest added to the eerie feeling.

C1 The dusky hues of the painting created a sense of mystery.

C2 The dusky twilight settled over the city, signaling the end of the day.

Examples of dusky in a Sentence

formal The dusky sky was painted with hues of orange and pink as the sun set over the horizon.

informal I love taking evening walks when the dusky colors start to appear in the sky.

slang The party didn't really start until the dusky hours of the night.

figurative Her dusky mood matched the stormy weather outside.

Grammatical Forms of dusky

• past tense: duskied
• plural: duskies
• comparative: duskier
• superlative: duskiest
• present tense: dusks
• future tense: will dusky
• perfect tense: have duskied
• continuous tense: is dusking
• singular: dusky
• positive degree: dusky
• infinitive: to dusky
• gerund: dusking
• participle: duskying

Origin and Evolution of dusky

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'dusky' is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'dusc' which means dark or shadowy.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'dusky' has retained its original meaning of dark or shadowy, but it has also come to be associated with a sense of dimness or twilight. It is often used to describe the dim light at the end of the day or the darkening of the sky at dusk.