1
as in midnight
the time from sunset to sunrise when there is no visible sunlight
loved to sit outside at night and watch the stars
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in dark
a time or place of little or no light
snuck out of town under the cover of night
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in evening
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
we waited until night to begin lighting the candles in the windows
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of night
Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
These include 360-degree night-vision CCTV, sonic defense, bear deterrent, and communication systems.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 11 June 2026
Chrissie McClatchie, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Dec. 2022
Including those multi-night runs, the total number of shows scheduled for summer 2023 comes to 27.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 6 Oct. 2022
See All Example Sentences for night
Noun
Ceiling fan usage has spiked massively, while opening windows at night and closing off unused rooms have become standard practices.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
These include 360-degree night-vision CCTV, sonic defense, bear deterrent, and communication systems.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 11 June 2026
Adjective
Both of the hotel brand's overwater-bungalow resorts in the Maldives, Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani, are launchpads for day cruises or longer, multi-night sailings.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Dec. 2022
Including those multi-night runs, the total number of shows scheduled for summer 2023 comes to 27.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 6 Oct. 2022
See All Example Sentences for night
Recent Examples of Synonyms for night
Noun
-
Worry crept in after midnight for Vincent Tijerina.—
Tanya Babbar,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 June 2026
-
Beginning July 1, teens need to be off the streets by midnight.—
Tom Ignudo,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
Noun
-
The desert city has long been known for spiritual retreats, vortex hikes, and restorative getaways, but more visitors are now flocking there after dark.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
-
Geomagnetic conditions could remain unsettled this evening, giving stargazers another chance if solar-wind conditions line up after dark.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
Noun
-
The rain held off for the first game scheduled at Charles Schwab Field Saturday, with Oklahoma defeating Alabama 9-0 and awaiting the winner of Georgia-Texas Monday evening, while Alabama will face the loser Monday afternoon.—
Sarah Spencer,
AJC.com,
14 June 2026
-
That evening, however, the US military shot down two Iranian attack drones that were targeting vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a US defense official.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
Adjective
-
The nocturnal moth is a central focus in her Spring/Summer 2026 offering, the designer finding herself fascinated by the way a creature that spends its existence in darkness is still so constantly drawn to light.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
-
While cockroaches are nocturnal and are most active at night, keeping lights on is not a deterrent.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
4 June 2026
Noun
-
It can be worn as an understated top-handle bag, with plenty of polish for day or nighttime outings, or crossbody with the long removable strap.—
Olivia Cigliano,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
-
Power and Light, things are popping at nighttime as well.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
Noun
-
Don't hike at dawn, dusk, or at night, when bears are most active.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
-
The month marks the height of bat season, culminating in Bat Fest, when, come dusk, over a million bats take flight from the Congress Avenue Bridge.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
Noun
-
The sunrise alarm clock also has a convenient sunset mode and five nature sounds.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
-
Enough orange to fill a sunset shone through Revel Sports Tavern Sunday evening as Netherlands fans from throughout the Kansas City area packed the house.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2026
Noun
-
The floating lids of storage tanks throw shadows that show how full each tank is.—
Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
-
Caffeine and algae extract target puffiness and dullness, making dark spots and undereye shadows less pronounced over time.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
13 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Night.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/night. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
