Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

inky

adjective
/ˈɪŋki/
Definition
resembling or containing ink; dark, often black, like ink.
Examples
  • The night sky was inky, dotted with stars.
  • She wore an inky black dress that shimmered in the light.
  • The inky water of the lake reflected the ominous clouds.
Meaning
The term ‘inky’ is used to describe something that is very dark or has the quality of ink, usually referring to color or appearance.
Synonyms
  • jet-black
  • ebon
  • pitch-black
  • dark
  • shadowy