total darkness

• Состояние полного отсутствия света, при котором ничего не видно; часто используется буквально или метафорически для описания ситуации без надежды или ясности.

A state of complete absence of light, where nothing can be seen; often used literally or metaphorically to describe a situation with no hope or clarity.

1. Complete absence of lightA2formal

   A state where there is no light at all, making it impossible to see anything.

   Полная темнота

   • The cave was in total darkness, so we used flashlights.
   • When the power went out, the room was plunged into total darkness.
   • He sat in total darkness, waiting for his eyes to adjust.

2. Metaphorical ignorance or despairB2informal

   A state of being completely unaware, uninformed, or in deep emotional despair.

   Полная тьма

   • After the accident, his mind was in total darkness about what happened.
   • She felt lost in total darkness after losing her job.
   • The investigation was conducted in total darkness, with no leads.