Definitions and Examples of dull, darken
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lacking brightness, shine, or luster; not reflecting light.
Example
The old silverware had become dull and tarnished over time.
To make or become dark or less bright; to reduce the amount of light.
Example
As the sun began to set, the sky started to darken and the stars became visible.
Key Differences: dull vs darken
- 1Dull is an adjective that describes a lack of brightness or shine.
- 2Darken is a verb that describes the process of making something less bright or reducing the amount of light.
Effective Usage of dull, darken
- 1Describing Appearance: Use glisten and dull to describe the appearance of objects or surfaces.
- 2Setting the Mood: Use darken to describe changes in lighting or to create a somber or ominous mood in writing or storytelling.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of glisten are dull and darken. Use dull to describe a lack of brightness or shine, and darken to describe the process of making something less bright or reducing the amount of light. These words can be used to describe the appearance of objects or surfaces and to set the mood in writing or storytelling.
