Swarthy

Pronunciation: /ˈswɔrθi/

Definitions of swarthy

adjective having a dark complexion or skin tone

Example Sentences

A1 The man had a swarthy complexion.

A2 She noticed the swarthy sailor standing by the dock.

B1 The detective described the suspect as a swarthy man with dark hair.

B2 The swarthy actor was cast in the role of a pirate in the movie.

C1 His swarthy appearance led many to believe he was from a Mediterranean country.

C2 Despite his swarthy complexion, he was actually born and raised in Scandinavia.

Examples of swarthy in a Sentence

formal The swarthy man stood out in the crowd with his dark complexion.

informal I met a swarthy guy at the party last night.

slang That swarthy dude has a cool vibe.

figurative Her swarthy personality was a stark contrast to her bubbly exterior.

Grammatical Forms of swarthy

• past tense: swarthed
• plural: swarthies
• comparative: swarthier
• superlative: swarthiest
• present tense: swarths
• future tense: will swarth
• perfect tense: have swarthed
• continuous tense: is swarthing
• singular: swarthy
• positive degree: swarthy
• infinitive: to swarth
• gerund: swarthing
• participle: swarthed

Origin and Evolution of swarthy

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

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

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'swarthy' has retained its meaning of dark or dusky complexion, often used to describe someone with a tan or dark skin tone.