NIGHTFALL Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

nightfall

noun

ˈnīt-ˌfȯl

Definition of nightfall

as in night

the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness since you aren't taking a flashlight, make sure you're back at camp by nightfall

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Recent Examples of nightfall Authorities were racing to contain the blaze before nightfall, when aircraft can no longer perform firefighting operations. — Elena Becatoros, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026 In addition, shady pergolas, dining tables, and ample seating make the private outdoor areas the perfect spot to kick back by day and stargaze after nightfall. — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026 The cooler is available in nightfall blue, primrose, lilac, and graphite, and in 18-can and 24-can sizes. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Prevent snails and slugs by watering your plants in the morning so the soil dries before nightfall. — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for nightfall

Recent Examples of Synonyms for nightfall

Noun

Palo Alto Networks on Tuesday night ended its fiscal 2026 on a high note and signaled that the good times will continue in the new year.

— Zev Fima, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
The families of Guillen and Greer-Wilkinson said the park offered them food on the night of the injury, but have not been in contact since.

— Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of night

Noun

One Tuesday at dusk, children played around the monument while adults read the plaques on the June Bug’s wings that reflect the major milestones of a life of entrepreneurship and daring.

— Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026
Stop at Height of Land for a wide-angle view of Mooselookmeguntic Lake surrounded by mountains, then watch for moose along quieter roads around dawn and dusk.

— Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of dusk

Noun

And for Lion’s Head, beat the crowds by starting your hike approximately 2-3 hours before sunset.

— Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Aug. 2026
Take advantage of milder temperatures—and post-work sunsets before daylight savings kick in—by rounding off your look with oversized frames.

— India Roby, Glamour, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of sunset

Noun

But there have also been many mid-30s former All-Stars who couldn’t muster anything remotely close to greatness during their twilight tours with the Heat.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 23 Aug. 2026
All of that and more makes for an enticing season ahead, and a lot to wonder about, with the 2026 Chiefs … and their capacity to add more luster to Arrowhead’s legacy in its twilight years.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of twilight

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