darkness vs dark

darkness and dark both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
darkness	Yes	No	No	No
dark	Yes	Yes	No	No

As nouns, darkness and dark are synonyms defined as:

As nouns, darkness and dark are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of darkness include shadow.

As nouns, darkness and dark are synonyms defined as:

As nouns, darkness and dark are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of darkness include wickedness.

darkness (noun)	dark (noun)
a swarthy complexion	an unenlightened state
having a dark or somber color	an unilluminated area
an unenlightened state	absence of light or illumination
an unilluminated area	absence of moral or spiritual values
absence of light or illumination	the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
absence of moral or spiritual values

darkness (adjective)	dark (adjective)
	devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black
	(used of color) having a dark hue
	brunet (used of hair or skin or eyes)
	secret
	causing dejection
	stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable
	showing a brooding ill humor
	not giving performances; closed
	marked by difficulty of style or expression
	lacking enlightenment or knowledge or culture