SUNDOWN Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

sundown

noun

ˈsən-ˌdau̇n

Definition of sundown

as in dusk

the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness we were told that the best time to see elk is at sundown

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Recent Examples of sundown In one scene, Steven had the camera on the roof of a building, right at sundown before magic hour, as all these police cars go chasing after the characters. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 10 June 2026 In this lush sanctuary along the Golden Isles of Georgia, Sea Island can curate a three-day itinerary from sunup to sundown, prioritizing your well-being. — Judith Garrison, AJC.com, 9 June 2026 Restaurants and bars near the beach, including a couple right on the sand, keep visitors happy from sunup to long after sundown. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026 It can be used as a beach cover-up, worn over a tank, and thrown on after sundown. — Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sundown

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Noun

What’s Next In The Night Sky Over the next four weeks, the moon continues to wax, culminating in the rise — during dusk — of the full Buck Moon on July 29.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
This ring, traversing the sky for hours after dusk and before dawn, would outshine every star and planet, and be visible from every spot on Earth.

— Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of dusk

Noun

When And Where To Look The sight of a crescent moon and Venus will be on display low in the west, as seen from mid-north latitudes, from about 45 minutes after sunset for about an hour.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
For a perfect Meredith day, kayak to nearby Stonedam Island and back, then go for a sunset dinner cruise on the historic M/S Mount Washington.

— Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026

Definition of sunset

Noun

What makes this harder to believe is that the night before, Gavin accused Kenny of lying to him for years, and Kenny likened him to Bernie Madoff.

— Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 July 2026
The fire, which broke out on Sunday night, killed at least 32 people and left more than 70 injured, 24 of whom are still in critical condition, according to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 July 2026

Definition of night

Noun

The short summer nights (and this week’s first quarter moon) may make faint aurora harder to see, with lingering twilight reducing the contrast required to spot a glow low on the northern horizon.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
In the twilight of their lives, the Harlemite partners in crime are now more self-critical than ever before.

— Niela Orr, Vulture, 20 July 2026

Definition of twilight

Noun

After letting go of the minor, Schmidt yelled at both his parents and Pambianchi for the remainder of the evening, aggressively getting into Pambianchi's face multiple times.

— Gabe White, Arkansas Online, 21 July 2026
The potential path is long and demanding, starting with the visit of Pyunik on Wednesday evening for a first qualifying round clash that will see the winners take on either Northern Ireland’s Glentoran or Latvian side Riga.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 21 July 2026

Definition of evening

Noun

Authorities were racing to contain the blaze before nightfall, when aircraft can no longer perform firefighting operations.

— Elena Becatoros, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
In addition, shady pergolas, dining tables, and ample seating make the private outdoor areas the perfect spot to kick back by day and stargaze after nightfall.

— Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026

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