What does dark-skinned mean?
Dark-skinned means Having a relatively dark skin..
Dark-skinned
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Having a relatively dark skin..
Definitions by Sense
- Having a relatively dark skin.
- Of a black person, having relatively dark-colored skin.
Example Sentences
"They are only fit for muck, they are; and they smell bad enough for it already." Job, it will be perceived, was no admirer of the manners and customs of our dark-skinned brothers.
Synonyms for dark-skinned
Antonyms for dark-skinned
Related Words
Word Forms
- darker-skinned
- darkest-skinned
- darkskinned
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for dark-skinned?
Common synonyms include swarthy, black, dark, dusky.
What is the opposite of dark-skinned?
Possible antonyms include light-skinned.
How do you use dark-skinned in a sentence?
"They are only fit for muck, they are; and they smell bad enough for it already." Job, it will be perceived, was no admirer of the manners and customs of our dark-skinned brothers.
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