Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sunset
noun
/ˈsʌnˌsɛt/
Definition
The daily occurrence when the sun disappears below the horizon, marking the end of the day.
Examples
- The sunset over the ocean was breathtaking.
- We watched the sunset from the hilltop.
- Each sunset is a reminder that the day has come to a close.
Meaning
Sunset refers to the time in the evening when the sun goes down and the sky turns shades of red, orange, and purple.
Synonyms
- twilight
- dusk
- evening
- nightfall
