darken
verb (used with object)
to make dark or darker.
darkened
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past participleof darken.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof darken.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
darkenverb (used with object)to make dark or darker.
Example Sentences
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He traveled to a remote island off West Africa and on May 29, 1919, photographed stars made visible behind the darkened sun.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
Stars and planets can emerge in the darkened sky, temperatures can fall, and winds may strengthen.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 10, 2026
Fabrics with sheen or brocade thread add luminescence in the darkened church setting, says Walicka Maimone: “Only so much lighting can come from the windows. We need to lift the palette and create the sparkle.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026
The former Greater Manchester mayor, who is expected to become prime minister next Monday, said politics had "darkened" in the decade he had been away from Westminster.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
“No, I got to stay here forever,” Colin said, and his outline darkened into a deep blue.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
