sunlit

adjective

sun·​lit ˈsən-ˌlit How to pronounce sunlit (audio)
: lighted by or as if by the sun

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Williams, radiant in a vibrant red dress, moved through the sunlit space, introducing herself with a blend of charm and her let’s-run-the-world energy. Sasha Pinto, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024 The Hotel Arlberg offers a culture of pampering with everything taken care of, from dog-sitting and chauffeur services to a sunlit ski suite and a 10,000 square feet panoramic spa staging. Katharina Kotrba, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024 These blackouts usually only affect the sunlit side of the Earth, where the ionosphere is directly impacted by the flare's radiation. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024 The guest rooms are naturally sunlit, with a glass walk-in shower in the open-concept bathroom, which features gold hardware—a favorite detail of mine. Essence, 13 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sunlit 

Word History

First Known Use

1784, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sunlit was in 1784

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“Sunlit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sunlit. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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sunlit

adjective
sun·​lit -ˌlit How to pronounce sunlit (audio)
: lighted by or as if by the sun

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