Synonyms for

Moon

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

Definition

The natural satellite of the Earth, visible (chiefly at night) by reflected light from the sun.

Synonyms & similar words

sunmyungmoon moon moonshine lunarmonth lunation synodicmonth moonlight moonon daydream moonaround satellite orb selenite selenology luna planetoid moonstone moonbeam moonlet moonshine moonwalk half-moon crescent

Synonyms by register

Formal

satellite celestial body

Informal

orb rock

Literary

Luna Selene

Antonyms

sun day light star planet

Common collocations

  • full moon
  • new moon
  • crescent moon
  • harvest moon
  • blue moon
  • moon rock
  • moon landing
  • moon light

Word family

noun moon
verb moon
adjective lunar

Usage note

While 'moon' can be used as a verb (e.g., 'to moon someone'), this usage is informal and often carries a negative connotation of public indecency. The primary meaning refers to Earth's natural satellite.

Example sentences

  1. The moon is big and bright tonight.
  2. I saw a shooting star next to the moon.
  3. The astronauts walked on the moon.
  4. The moon is very far away from the Earth.
  5. The moon's surface is covered in craters.

Quotes

  • Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars. - Les Brown
  • The moon is a friend for the lonesome to talk to. - Carl Sandburg
  • The moon puts on an elegant show, different every time in shape, colour and nuance. - Arthur Smith

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