MOONLIGHT Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

moonlight

noun

Definition of moonlight

as in sunlight

the light of the moon A figure appeared in the moonlight. a moonlight cruise down the river

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Recent Examples of moonlight The same new moon responsible for the eclipse will leave the night sky free from moonlight as the Perseid meteor shower reaches its annual maximum. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026 Because its illuminated side faces away from Earth, there will be virtually no moonlight to interfere with stargazing that night. — Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026 To search for meteors afterward, turn away from the moon and place a building, tree or other large object between yourself and the moonlight if possible. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026 Moths prefer pale and light-colored flowers because these blossoms reflect moonlight much better and are easier for moths to find in the dark. — Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for moonlight

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Noun

When the moon obscures most of the sun just before totality, leaving only a thin sliver of sunlight, the turbulence becomes visible.

— Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Environmental groups are challenging the FCC’s approval of a startup’s plan to beam on-demand sunlight from space to Earth.

— Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of sunlight

Noun

This curtain type is airy, casual, and gives your windows a sense of place and structure without feeling stuffy—or completely blacking out the sunshine during golden hour.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026
Emily Ratajkowski is looking back on a month filled with sunshine, swimsuits and seaside views.

— Sarah Sotoodeh, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of sunshine

Noun

During that time, daylight will fade, temperatures may fall, bright planets and stars will appear, and the corona will stretch around the black silhouette of the moon.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Three wildfires are burning in Spokane County, Washington, and thousands of families have been ordered to flee their homes overnight, as state officials warn of an incredibly dangerous situation and brace for what daylight may reveal.

— Martin Goillandeau, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of daylight

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