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