Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nightfall
noun
/ˈnaɪt.fɔːl/
Definition
the onset of night; the time when the sun goes down and darkness begins to appear
Examples
- As nightfall approached, the stars began to twinkle in the sky.
- They set up camp before nightfall to enjoy the evening by the fire.
- Nightfall brought a cool breeze that rustled the leaves in the trees.
Meaning
Nightfall refers to the period when daylight fades and night begins, typically marked by the sun setting below the horizon.
Synonyms
- twilight
- dusk
- evening
- night
- darkness
