godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
become cloudy; darken; get dark
Describes the sky, weather, or light becoming overcast or dim. Also used when something is hidden behind clouds.
空が急に陰って、雨が降り出した。
The sky suddenly clouded over and it started to rain.
月が雲に陰って見
The moon became hidden behind clouds and disappeared.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
darken (of a face); look gloomy
Specifically for a person's expression becoming shadowed with sadness, worry, or displeasure.
彼はその知らせを聞いて、表情が陰った。
His face darkened when he heard the news.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
worsen; deteriorate; become gloomy
Used for situations, prospects, moods, or conditions taking a turn for the worse.
景気が陰って、失業者が増えた。
The economy worsened and unemployment rose.
彼の将来は陰って見える。
His future looks gloomy.