SUNLIGHT Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

sunlight

noun

ˈsən-ˌlīt

Definition of sunlight

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

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Recent Examples of sunlight That could be problematic for health, since sunlight benefits us in many ways. — Dominique Mosbergen, Time, 2 Nov. 2026 Similarly, pothos thrive in bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate a variety of conditions. — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 2 Nov. 2026 Shafts of sunlight mingle with the earthy scent of winter wheat, barley, and sunflower husks – the latest harvest, gathered by an aging but agile crew in Odesa. — Dominique Soguel, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Nov. 2026 On standard time, early risers get the benefit of a little more morning sunlight. — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 31 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunlight

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Brush On Block formulates cruelty-free mineral sun care powders and lip oils built for application and reapplication so protecting your skin fits into your day, not the other way around.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026
Lorraine Eiler stood in the blazing August sun, surrounded by reporters, to offer a warning.

— Ryan Devereaux, ProPublica, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of sun

Noun

And Saturday, with the game temporarily relocated to Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the Gators couldn’t even drown their sorrows in the usual Jacksonville sunshine.

— Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Oct. 2026
There is no sunshine in this film to relieve people of midnight questions about the matter of their souls and the fiber of their being.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 Oct. 2026

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