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blackness

[/ˈblæknəs/]
nounfeminine
negrura
1. The quality or state of being black in color
The blackness of the night made it impossible to see.
A negrura da noite tornava impossível ver.
2. Darkness; absence of light
The blackness of the cave was complete.
A escuridão da caverna era completa.
3. The state or experience of being Black (African descent); Black identity
The celebration of blackness in culture and art.
A celebração da negritude na cultura e arte.
4. Moral darkness; wickedness or evil
The blackness of his heart was evident in his actions.
A maldade do seu coração era evidente em suas ações.
Synonyms
darknessblackishnessdarknessobscuritynegritude
Antonyms
whitenessbrightnesslightnessluminosity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
negrura
Most common usage
Brazil
negritude
When referring to Black identity and cultural pride
Portugal
negrura
Standard usage for color quality
Portugal
escuridão
When referring to darkness or absence of light

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the blackness of night
blackness of soul
celebrate blackness
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