darkling

• 古旧或诗歌用语，意为“在黑暗中”或“逐渐变暗的”；常用于文学语境中营造阴暗或不清晰的氛围。

An archaic or poetic adjective meaning 'in the dark' or 'becoming dark'; often used in literary contexts to evoke a sense of gloom or obscurity.

1. Uncannily or threateningly dark or obscureC2formal

   Describes a darkness that is eerie, mysterious, or menacing.

   阴森昏暗

   • The forest had a darkling quality that made travelers uneasy.
   • A darkling shadow crept across the moonlit field.
   • His darkling gaze hinted at hidden intentions.

   同义词gloomymurkyshadowysomberstygiantenebrous

2. Occurring in the dark or nightC2formal

   Poetic term for something that happens or exists during the night.

   暗夜中的

   • The darkling thrush sang its evening song.
   • They ventured out into the darkling hours.
   • A darkling breeze rustled the leaves.

   同义词nightednightlynocturnal