Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

darkly

Adverb
/ˈdɑːr.kli/
Definition
In a manner that is dark or gloomy.
Examples
  • The sky darkly loomed before the storm.
  • She spoke darkly of the consequences to come.
  • He glanced at her darkly, showing his disapproval.
Meaning
The word ‘darkly’ refers to something that is done in a way that is shadowy, unclear, or dreary. It can also imply a sense of secrecy or foreboding.
Synonyms
  • Gloomily
  • Somberly
  • Melancholically
  • Murky