Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tenebrous
Adjective
/ˈtɛn.ə.brəs/
Definition
Dark, shadowy, or obscure.
Examples
- The tenebrous alley was not a place one would want to wander at night.
- Her thoughts were filled with tenebrous memories from her past.
- The artist’s use of dark colors created a tenebrous atmosphere in the painting.
Meaning
The term ‘tenebrous’ refers to environments that are dark and gloomy, often associated with mystery and secrecy.
Synonyms
- Dark
- Gloomy
- Shadowy
- Obscure
- Murky