Dusky

/ˈdʌski/ adjective

Definition

Dim, shadowy, or darkening; having the colors or quality of twilight.

Etymology

From Old English 'dox' meaning dark, with the diminutive suffix '-y' added. The word originally described the darkening time of day and evolved to describe any dim or shadowy appearance.

Kelly Says

English has so many shades of darkness—'dark,' 'dim,' 'dusky,' 'murky'—and they each create different moods in writing. 'Dusky' specifically feels romantic and mysterious, while 'dark' is neutral.

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