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Noir

Noun:

1. A genre of crime fiction or film characterized by its dark, cynical atmosphere and usually featuring a morally ambiguous protagonist.

Sample Sentence: She couldn't resist the allure of a good noir novel, filled with suspense and intrigue.

2. A French word meaning "black," often used to describe a dark or gloomy atmosphere.

Sample Sentence: The lighting and cinematography created a noir atmosphere in the film, enhancing its brooding and mysterious tone.

Adjective:

1. Of or relating to the noir genre or style.

Sample Sentence: The writer brilliantly captured the gritty and dark nature of noir storytelling in his latest screenplay.

2. Having a dark or somber tone, typically associated with desolation or despair.

Sample Sentence: The play's noir themes subtly conveyed the characters' sense of hopelessness and vulnerability.

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