昽 (lóng) - Dim, dusky, twilight — describes dim or hazy

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昽 · lóng

Dim, dusky, twilight — describes dim or hazy light conditions, often used in literary contexts to describe dawn or dusk.

Dim, dusky, twilight — describes dim or hazy

Usage highlights

Dim morning lightHazy twilightDim and duskyDim dawnHazy daylightDim and obscure

Synonyms

  • 朦— dim, hazy, blurred
  • 胧— dim, hazy, indistinct
  • 晦— dark, obscure, gloomy

Antonyms

  • 明— bright, clear, obvious
  • 亮— bright, shining, luminous
  • 朗— bright, clear, loud and clear

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The morning light was dim (晨光昽昽).
  • The twilight was hazy (暮色昽昽).
  • Through the dim light of dawn (透过昽昽的晨光).

Collocations

  • Dim morning light(晨光昽昽)
  • Hazy twilight(暮色昽昽)
  • Dim and dusky(昽昽)
  • Dim dawn(昽昽晨光)
  • Hazy daylight(日色昽昽)
  • Dim and obscure(昽昽昧昧)

Idioms

  • Dim and hazy(昽昽昧昧)
  • Dim morning light(晨光昽昽)
  • Hazy twilight(暮色昽昽)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily used in classical Chinese poetry and literature to describe atmospheric lighting conditions.
  • Often appears in descriptions of dawn or dusk to create a mood of mystery or transition.
  • Represents a subtle, nuanced visual quality valued in traditional Chinese aesthetics.

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