Inky is an adjective that describes something with a dark, black color or having ink-like qualities. It can also refer to something that has a strong, bold appearance due to its darkness.
Usage examples
The artist used inky brush strokes to create a dark and moody atmosphere in her painting.
I accidentally spilled an inky substance on my white shirt, leaving a large stain.
The old, leather-bound book had yellowed pages and inky handwriting, giving it a vintage feel.
The octopus shot out an inky cloud to escape from its predator.
The crossword puzzle was printed with inky black ink, making it easy to read.
At the end of the hall Marlo Pascual skewers the portrait of a young beauty with fluorescent tubing while Liz Deschenes's homage to the zoetrope grips the wall in a vertical sequence of inky black pools. (hamptonsarthub.com)
Here a sisal rug has been cleverly used as a wallcovering, while splashes of inky blue add a burst of colour and vibrancy in small doses. (idealhome.co.uk)
Super simple, yet eye - catching, lids dusted with metallic silver eyeshadow paired with inky black, long elevated lashes instantly illuminate your entire look. (clinique.com)