Synonyms of sunlight

sunlight

noun

ˈsən-ˌlīt 

as in sun

the light given off by the star around which the planet Earth revolves

let's raise the shades and let in some sunlight

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sun
• sunshine
• daylight
• glare
• sunburst
• shine

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• cloudiness
• shade
• shadow
• penumbra
• umbra
• shadiness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sunlight

Audit your bedroom for west- and south-facing windows, and close curtains, shades or blinds before direct sunlight hits the room. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Sep. 2026

One standout here is the soaking tub in the tiled bathroom, set into an arched alcove and accompanied by a porthole window that lets the sunlight filter in. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026

Sunlight Place the plant in a sunny window, south-facing if possible, and give it four to six hours of sunlight each day. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2026

The phenomenon occurs when sunlight reflects off interplanetary dust grains along the inner solar system, with late September offering optimal conditions for early risers in dark-sky regions. — Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 1 Sep. 2026