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Synonyms of dusk

14 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for dusk is nightfall. Other synonyms of dusk are evenfall, night and dark. The opposite of dusk is daybreak.

Synonyms and similar words for dusk

nounThe time after the sun has set but when the sky is still lit by sunlight; the evening twilight...

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Opposite of dusk

nounAntonym(s) of.

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  • daybreakThe beginning of the day; the first moment of daylight.

Meaning of dusk

  1. adjective Tending to darkness or blackness; moderately dark or black; dusky.
  2. noun The time after the sun has set but when the sky is still lit by sunlight; the evening twilight period.
  3. noun A darkish colour.

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Questions about synonyms of dusk

What is another word for dusk?
Dusk has 14 synonyms on Word.ws, such as nightfall, evenfall, night and dark.
What is the opposite of dusk?
The opposite of dusk is daybreak.
What does dusk mean?
Dusk means tending to darkness or blackness; moderately dark or black; dusky.

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