Synonyms for

Days

Verb / deɪz / Another word for days — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Days refer to the time period between one midnight and the next.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

periods durations epochs

Informal

whiles spells stretches

Literary

aeons eras

Antonyms

nights evenings darkness dusk twilight

Common collocations

  • many days
  • few days
  • days gone by
  • days of old
  • days later
  • days ahead
  • these days
  • day by day

Word family

noun day

Usage note

While 'days' can refer to a 24-hour period, it is often used to refer to a more general period of time, such as 'in my younger days' or 'these days'.

Example sentences

  1. I have three days left before my vacation ends.
  2. It takes 365 days for the earth to revolve around the sun.
  3. I love spending lazy days at the beach.
  4. My birthday is in a few days.
  5. The days are getting shorter as winter approaches.

Quotes

  • Every day is a new day, and you'll never be able to find happiness if you don't move on.
  • Each day is a gift, and as long as my eyes are open I'll focus on the new day and all the happy memories I've stored away.
  • Life is short, and it is up to you to make it sweet.

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