sundown

noun

sun·​down ˈsən-ˌdau̇n 

: sunset sense 2

Synonyms of sundown

• dusk
• sunset
• night
• twilight
• evening
• nightfall

Examples of sundown in a Sentence

Passover ends tomorrow at sundown.

we were told that the best time to see elk is at sundown

Recent Examples on the Web

Implement and Adjust Exterior Lighting Why let your home’s beauty fade after sundown? — Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2026

Paramount‘s settlement with the 12 Democratic state attorneys general appeared to be a Yom Kippur affair, with the final signoff coming after sundown on Sunday. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 21 Sep. 2026

But Yom Kippur — the holiest of Jewish holidays — starts at sundown Sunday. — Matt Calkins Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Before sundown on Saturdays and Sundays, families can visit Tricks and Treats, a kid-friendly event with crafts, costume contests and candy hunts. — Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1620, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing sundown

• sundown town

Rhymes for sundown

• adown
• blowdown
• breakdown
• countdown
• crackdown
• crosstown
• downtown
• drawdown
• dropdown
• facedown
• godown
• hometown

Kids Definition

sundown

noun

sun·​down -ˌdau̇n 

: sunset sense 2