Tenebrific

/ˌtɛnɪˈbrɪfɪk/ adjective

Definition

Producing darkness or gloom; causing obscurity.

Etymology

From Latin 'tenebrae' (darkness) + '-fic' (making). Not just dark — actively CREATING darkness. Storm clouds are tenebrific. Secrets are tenebrific. Some moods are tenebrific.

Kelly Says

Not just dark — MAKING darkness! Storm clouds don't just block light, they MANUFACTURE shadow! A tenebrific mood doesn't just feel gloomy — it SPREADS gloom! Some forces don't just sit in darkness; they CREATE it! 🌑⚫

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