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

Temperature control requires some attention, as the trailers can heat up quickly in direct sunlight and cool dramatically after dark.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
Cultiver’s 100% European flax linen panels put the fabric’s lighter side on full display, woven at just 130 GSM to create an airy drape that softly diffuses sunlight instead of blocking it.

— Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of sunlight

Noun

But this would not be visible during normal daylight conditions because the glare of the sun would drown out that light.

— Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 11 Aug. 2026
Those extra hours of daylight leave more time for travelers to experience the country's fjords, whether from the water, along hiking trails or while exploring Norway's coastal communities, Quartz reported.

— Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of daylight

Noun

While a thin sliver will remain illuminated by direct sunlight, most of the lunar surface will appear dramatically darkened with a subtle reddish-orange glow — reminiscent of a total lunar eclipse seen across North America on March 3.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
There, all arms of the Walt Disney Company — the multiple studios, television, parks, streaming, gaming, music, and more — simultaneously bask in the glow of nostalgia and take the time to tease their future.

— Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026

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