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dark side

NOUN
pessimism
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cynicism despair distrust gloom grief hopelessness melancholy sadness unhappiness
STRONG
dejection depression despondency dyspepsia gloominess glumness
WEAK
dim view expectation of worst gloomy outlook low spirits
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cheer confidence faith happiness joy joyfulness trust
WEAK
optimism

Example Sentences

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And while they acknowledge many individuals provide valuable and safe sleep advice, they warn there is also a "dark side".

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Wirries’ Star does more than flirt with the dark side, but in resisting the temptation to become part of the vampire pack she becomes worthy of Michael’s obsessive love.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

"With AI, I also see the dark side of the force," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Even though humans created the near-miraculous technology of the internet, there are those in some quarters who still long to believe in magic, and they like it to have that edgy, dark side.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

Words that explained the world to her, its dark side and its light side, words that built a wall to keep out bad dreams.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke