Synonyms for

Afternoon

Verb / ˌæftɜ:ˈnu:n / Another word for afternoon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the time of day between noon and evening

Synonyms & similar words

goodafternoon midday noon dusk evening twilight sunset sundown nightfall eventide vespers crepuscule gloaming lunchtime siesta rest break pause intermission interval respite

Synonyms by register

Literary

eventide twilight

Antonyms

morning forenoon dawn sunrise daybreak

Common collocations

  • good afternoon
  • this afternoon
  • early afternoon
  • late afternoon
  • afternoon tea
  • afternoon nap
  • afternoon slump

Word family

noun afternoon
adjective afternoon

Usage note

Afternoon refers to the period between noon and evening. It is a common time for activities like tea or a nap.

Example sentences

  1. I like to play outside in the afternoon.
  2. We have school in the afternoon.
  3. Afternoon is a good time for a snack.
  4. My mom takes a nap in the afternoon.
  5. I read a book in the afternoon.

Quotes

  • The afternoon knows what the morning never suspected. - Robert Frost
  • Every time I stand before a beautiful beach, its waves seem to whisper to me: If you choose the simple things and find joy in nature's simple treasures, life and living need not be so hard. - Psyche Roxas-Mendoza
  • The afternoon is not only the middle of the day it is the time to complete our essential task and go ahead in the life. - APJ Abdul Kalam

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