nightlife

noun

night·​life ˈnīt-ˌlīf 

: the activity of or entertainment provided for pleasure-seekers at night (as in nightclubs)

also : establishments providing nightlife

Examples of nightlife in a Sentence

The city is famous for its nightlife.

Recent Examples on the Web

Head to Palm Beach for bars, shops, and nightlife, or visit the capital for local restaurants, shopping, and historic sites. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026

And we were introduced very quickly to the New York nightlife. — Gary Graff, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2026

Hanson sent Remm to Las Vegas for a 48-hour trip that became a pivotal moment in his nightlife education. — Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026

At the same time, its wonderfully central, with easy access to culture, sports, nightlife and the energy of San Francisco. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 23 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for nightlife

• alewife
• birdlife
• folklife
• housewife
• jackknife
• midlife
• midwife
• penknife
• wildlife
• afterlife
• pocketknife
• knife