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

Mtula Payton and Dandrae Martin turned a downtown Sacramento street corner bustling with nightlife into a battleground in a gang shootout fueled by rivalry and retribution, a Sacramento County prosecutor told jurors Tuesday. —Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026

Located on the Black Sea coast, Varna is the largest seaside city in Bulgaria and boasts stunning sandy beaches and a lively nightlife, perfect for enjoying a spritz during the day or night. —Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

The Plateau and Mile End might be known today for their posh hipsters and nightlife hotspots, but this tour pulls back the curtain on the history found in this part of the city. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 June 2026

For a deeper look at Pittsburgh-area park events, readers can explore recent coverage of Allegheny County’s summer concert schedule and features on North Hills dining and nightlife. —Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 23 June 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