SUNLIGHTS Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

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

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Recent Examples of sunlight As the summer air thickens with diffused sunlight and harsh humidity, a psychological fog descends on our young protagonist. —

Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 15 Mar. 2026 Give mangaves full sun, which is considered 6 or more hours of direct sunlight, for their best color. —

Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026 Shaded grass will grow slower than grass that gets adequate sunlight throughout the day. —

Patricia Shannon, The Spruce, 15 Mar. 2026 Lack of sunlight is a common reason for limited flowering. —

Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sunlight

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Noun

Those who did spend a day in the sun were what appeared to be the average crowds the city sees outside Spring Break.

— Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 15 Mar. 2026
Stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

— CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 Mar. 2026