daytime

noun

day·​time ˈdā-ˌtīm 

often attributive

: the time during which there is daylight

Synonyms of daytime

• day
• daylight
• afternoon

Examples of daytime in a Sentence

These animals are active during the daytime.

It's the best new show on daytime.

Recent Examples on the Web

If these podcasts are the new daytime TV, then sure, develop it. — Josef Adalian, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2026

Netflix also has added video podcasts that have helped to boost daytime viewing on the platform, and has made deals with YouTube creators to bring their content to the streaming service. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

North to east winds gusting from 25 to 45 mph were forecast, with daytime humidity potentially falling into the single digits. — Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026

The lightweight shoes are effortlessly elegant, offer legitimate traction, and can transition from daytime to nighttime activities with no problem. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 14 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for daytime

• airtime
• bedtime
• downtime
• enzyme
• halftime
• lifetime
• longtime
• lunchtime
• mealtime
• meantime
• nighttime
• noontime

Kids Definition

daytime

noun

day·​time ˈdā-ˌtīm 

: the period of daylight