Synonyms for
Sunscreen
Definition
Sunscreen is a lotion or cream that you put on your skin to protect it from the sun's harmful rays.
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- apply sunscreen
- wear sunscreen
- sunscreen lotion
- sunscreen cream
- broad-spectrum sunscreen
- SPF sunscreen
- reapply sunscreen
- sunscreen protection
Word family
noun sunscreen
adjective sunscreened
Usage note
While 'sunblock' is often used interchangeably, 'sunscreen' is the more common and generally preferred term in formal contexts. 'SPF' is an abbreviation for Sun Protection Factor and refers to the efficacy of the sunscreen.
Example sentences
- I need to buy more sunscreen for our vacation.
- My mom always reminds me to wear sunscreen when I play outside.
- The lifeguard put sunscreen on the little girl's nose.
- I got a sunburn even though I put on sunscreen.
- You should use sunscreen even on cloudy days.
Quotes
"I believe in using words, not fists. I believe in my outrage knowing people are living in boxes on the street. I believe in honesty. I believe in sunscreen."
- Zooey Deschanel
"I can't stress enough that sunscreen is so important."