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neb
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Comparative
more tenebrous
Superlative
most tenebrous
1
dark or obscure, often with a mysterious or gloomy atmosphere
- The tenebrous forest seemed to swallow up all traces of light.
- She entered the tenebrous alleyway cautiously, feeling a sense of unease.
- The tenebrous depths of the cave concealed secrets untold.
- The tenebrous atmosphere of the abandoned mansion sent shivers down her spine.
- The tenebrous clouds overhead threatened to unleash a storm.
2
difficult to grasp, often suggesting an atmosphere of mystery or confusion
- Her tenebrous reasoning left the committee unsure of how to proceed with the decision.
- The artwork featured tenebrous imagery, prompting viewers to ponder its hidden meanings.
- The tenebrous references in his speech left the audience questioning his true intent.
- The film’s tenebrous narrative style made it a challenge to discern the main message.
- The tenebrous language of the legal document required careful analysis to comprehend.