Synonyms for

Dayton

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

Definition

Dayton is a city in the state of Ohio in the United States.

Synonyms & similar words

dayton

Synonyms by register

Formal

daytime solar period diurnal period

Informal

daytime daylight hours working day

Literary

sunlit hours bright span

Antonyms

night darkness evening twilight dusk

Common collocations

  • all day
  • every day
  • day by day
  • day and night
  • a good day
  • long day
  • short day
  • day trip

Word family

noun day
adjective daily
adverb daily

Usage note

This word primarily refers to the period of light between sunrise and sunset. It is often contrasted with night.

Example sentences

  1. Dayton is known as the birthplace of aviation because the Wright Brothers, who invented the airplane, lived there.
  2. I drove through Dayton on my way to Cincinnati.
  3. My aunt lives in Dayton, Ohio.
  4. The Dayton Art Institute is a great place to visit.
  5. I love going to the Dayton Dragons baseball games.

Quotes

  • "I was born in Dayton, Ohio, on October 5, 1959." - Steve Kroft
  • "Dayton is a city of dancers, musicians and artists." - David Niven
  • "I grew up in Dayton, Ohio, where it was a crime for Republicans to be born." - Paul Begala

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