Synonyms for

Sunset

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

Definition

the time of day when the sun goes below the horizon

Synonyms & similar words

sundown sunrise dusk evening nightfall twilight sundown night eventide crepuscule nightfall eve evenfall vespers

Synonyms by register

Formal

descent setting

Informal

sundown end of the day

Literary

day's end twilight's embrace evening glow

Antonyms

sunrise dawn daybreak morning birth beginning

Common collocations

  • beautiful sunset
  • vivid sunset
  • sunset colors
  • sunset sky
  • during sunset
  • after sunset
  • before sunset
  • sunset over the ocean

Word family

noun sunset
verb set

Usage note

Sunset refers to the time when the sun disappears below the horizon. It is generally a neutral term, though often associated with beauty and tranquility.

Example sentences

  1. The sunset looked like a painting.
  2. We watched the sunset from the beach.
  3. The colors of the sunset were so pretty.
  4. The sunset made the sky look like it was on fire.
  5. I love watching the sunset with my family.

Quotes

  • A sunset is the sun's fiery kiss to the night.
  • Sunset is still my favorite color, and rainbow is second.
  • The sky broke like an egg into full sunset and the water caught fire.

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