Darkness
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The partial or complete absence of light, creating conditions where vision is limited or impossible. Metaphorically, it represents evil, ignorance, or difficult times.
“As darkness fell over the countryside, the stars began to emerge in the clear night sky.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈdɑːknəs/
Syllables
dark·ness
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Wordle
Contains double 'S' and common letters 'R', 'K', 'N'; vowels 'A', 'E' provide coverage
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Scrabble
8-letter word worth 13 points; the 'K' tile offers good scoring potential on premium squares
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