SWARTHY Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

swarthy

adjective

ˈswȯr-t͟hē

Definition of swarthy

as in dark

not having a light complexion a dark-eyed, swarthy young man with killer looks

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Recent Examples of swarthy Jett Rink was a really malevolent varmint, and kind of swarthy and dark. — Jeff Conway, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024 In Itzik, a swarthy Mizrahi falafel-store owner grabs a blond Russian waitress and tries to kiss her. — Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 5 Oct. 2024 However, the swarthy crew has an abundance of muscles and ego, not one of the buccaneers knows how to read. — Jamie Lang, Variety, 20 Sep. 2024 The combination is picked up as a camouflage pattern on the matching green, black and gray strap, which gives it the overall feel of something that might be worn by a swarthy actor in a movie that involves trekking through the Amazon. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2023 See All Example Sentences for swarthy

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On top of the moving-camera-foamy-dark-mouth challenge, there was the plaque challenge.

— Jenny Bailly, Allure, 1 Sep. 2026
Finley’s breakout was the 2017 dark comedy Thoroughbreds, in which Olivia Cooke and Anya Taylor-Joy play high-schoolers conspiring to kill an abusive stepfather.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of dark

Adjective

In an appearance on Emma Grede’s Aspire podcast, Garner opted for a black, button-front vest styled with wide-leg, pleat-front trousers and a pair of pumps.

— Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
Shop the Patio Zen Deck Box in black or gray and choose from 16 capacities ranging from 30 to 320 gallons.

— Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026

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