Basic Details
Word: Dark
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Having little or no light; not bright; often associated with night or shadows.
Synonyms: Dim, shadowy, gloomy, black
Antonyms: Light, bright, clear
Idioms and Phrases
- In the dark: To be unaware of something or not have information about it. Example: "I felt in the dark about the surprise party they were planning for me."
- Dark horse: A person or thing whose qualities are unknown or unexpected. Example: "The quiet student turned out to be a dark horse in the competition, surprising everyone with his talent."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The room was dark after the curtains were drawn, making it feel cosy and quiet.
Example 2: He stumbled over the toys in the dark, trying to find his way to bed.
Example 3: As night fell, the sky turned dark, and the stars began to twinkle brightly.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the absence of light is what we call "darkness"? In complete darkness, the human eye can still adjust, and people can navigate better than they realise!
Famous Quote
"The darkest nights produce the brightest stars." - John Green
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dark" mean?
a) Having a lot of light
b) Having little or no light
c) Very warm
d) Extremely loud
Answer: b) Having little or no light
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dark"?
a) Bright
b) Gloomy
c) Happy
d) Clear
Answer: b) Gloomy
3. Which sentence uses "dark" correctly?
a) The room is dark because the lights are on.
b) It was too dark to see anything without a flashlight.
c) She painted the wall dark with the bright colour.
d) I love dark to read books.
Answer: b) It was too dark to see anything without a flashlight.
4. Which idiom means being unaware of something?
a) Dark horse
b) In the dark
c) Cross that bridge when you come to it
d) Bright side
Answer: b) In the dark
5. What is the opposite of "dark"?
a) Gloomy
b) Light
c) Dim
d) Shadowy
Answer: b) Light
