# blackish

/blˈækɪʃ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/blackish
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

having a color that is dark but not exactly black. It is a mix of dark colors like dark brown or gray.

For teachers: having a color that is dark but not pure black; resembling black in tone or shade. Often used to describe objects that appear dark from a distance or in poor lighting.

## Examples

- The sky turned blackish as the storm approached.
- The old leather sofa had a blackish stain on the corner that was difficult to clean.
- The historian noted that the ancient manuscript had a blackish appearance due to centuries of exposure to damp conditions and acidic paper.

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