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darker

adj.
A2 Elementary US //ˈdɑɹkɝ// UK //dˈɑːkɐ// dark·er

adj. having less light than something else, or being closer to black than to white. You use this to compare the shade or brightness of two things.

adj. possessing a deeper shade or a lower degree of luminosity in comparison to another object or environment.


SIMPLE

This blue paint is darker than the one we used before.

CONTEXTUAL

As the sun began to set, the shadows in the forest grew much darker and longer.

COMPLEX

The artist chose a darker palette for the foreground to create a sense of depth and contrast against the pale morning sky.

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Usage

The comparative form of 'dark'; typically followed by 'than' when making a direct comparison.

Pitfall

more darkerdarkerDarker is already a comparative form; adding 'more' creates a double comparative error.

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