1. having dark skin

Examples

• The swarthy sailor had spent years working under the Mediterranean sun.
• He had a swarthy complexion that suggested Mediterranean ancestry.
• The actor’s swarthy appearance made him perfect for the role of the pirate captain.
• Her swarthy skin contrasted beautifully with her bright white dress.
• The swarthy stranger entered the tavern and ordered a drink.
• His swarthy features reminded me of my grandfather from Sicily.