Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
twilight
noun
/ˈtwaɪˌlaɪt/
Definition
The soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon, typically occurring just before sunrise and just after sunset.
Examples
- As the sun set, the sky was filled with the beautiful colors of twilight.
- Many animals are more active during twilight, as it is a time when they feel safer from predators.
- The couple enjoyed a romantic walk during the twilight of the evening.
Meaning
A time of day when the light is dim but still visible, marking the transition between day and night.
Synonyms
- dusk
- gloaming
- twilight hours
