noun no applicable parts of speech
adjective dark; shadowy; obscure
Often used to describe a dark, mysterious, or obscure setting or atmosphere in literary works.
May be used to describe a painting or artwork that conveys a sense of darkness or obscurity.
Frequently used in poetry to create a sense of mystery or foreboding in the imagery or tone of the poem.
Commonly used in film criticism to describe a dark or murky visual style in movies.
A key term in Gothic literature, used to describe the dark, eerie, and sinister aspects of the genre.
The writer used tenebrous imagery to create a sense of foreboding in the story.
The psychologist explored the patient's tenebrous thoughts and emotions during therapy sessions.