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

Bell pointed to the city's sports culture, nightlife, and music scene, from arenas hosting Falcons and Hawks games to club kitchens and hip-hop lyrics, as key reasons lemon pepper wings have gained national attention. —Christopher Harris, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026

The new water sports center will be a hit with the teen contingent, but there isn’t much in the way of local nightlife for those seeking a party scene. —Jemima Sissons, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026

For travelers, this is a great way to see the city’s nightlife and theater scene. —Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026

Tin Roof One of Delray Beach’s busiest nightlife spots, Tin Roof centers on live music most nights of the week, along with karaoke, DJs, and themed events like Motown Mondays. —Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for nightlife

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