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Meaning of murk
The primary meaning of the word "murk" is related to darkness or gloom.
Etymology of murk
The word "murk" originated from Old Norse "myrk-r", which means dark or gloomy
It has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe a state of partial or total darkness
Synonyms
darkness
gloom
gloominess
dimness
obscurity
cloudiness
fog
haze
mist
murkiness
shadow
shade
dusk
twilight
somberness
bleakness
dreariness
dismalness
melancholy
sadness
sorrow
despondency
dejection
depression
despair
hopelessness
desolation
bleakness
darkness
blackness
obscurity
Definitions
- A partially dark or gloomy place or atmosphere
- A state of partial or total darkness
- A feeling of gloom or depression
Usage Examples
- The cave was filled with murk, making it difficult to see
- The city was shrouded in murk after the fire, with smoke and ash blocking out the sunlight
- The patient's murk of depression began to lift after therapy
Antonyms
light
brightness
radiance
luminosity
clarity
transparency
visibility
illumination
glow
sparkle
shine
gleam
beam
ray
sunniness
cheerfulness
happiness
joy
optimism
hope
hopefulness
clearness
fairness
purity