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Synonyms of dusky

5 similar words

Another word for dusky is black. Other synonyms of dusky are inky, sable, sooty and swarthy.

Synonyms and similar words for dusky

adjectiveDark-skinned.

Meaning of dusky

  1. adjective Dimly lit, as at dusk (evening).
  2. adjective Having a shade of color that is rather dark.
  3. adjective Dark-skinned.

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Questions about synonyms of dusky

What is another word for dusky?
Dusky has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as black, inky, sable, sooty and swarthy.
What does dusky mean?
Dusky means dimly lit, as at dusk (evening).

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