nighttime

Meanings

• noun

  The period of darkness between sunset and sunrise.

  - "The owls begin their nighttime hunt as the sun sets."
  - "Sleep is important during the nighttime hours."

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Antonyms

day , daytime , daytime , diurnal , day , daytime

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Synonyms

nightertale , nighttide , night , nocturnal , night

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with nighttime
timetime , dimetime , prime time

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Variants

List of all variants of nighttime that leads to same result
nighttime , nighttimes

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Etymology

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From Old English næctan tīm, næctes tīm 'time of night'.

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Trivia

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1. The longest night of the year is called the winter solstice.

2. The moon appears full when it is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun during nighttime.

3. Fireflies are nocturnal insects that light up during nighttime.

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Related Concepts

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1. night: Synonym for nighttime, often used interchangeably.

2. nocturnal: Relating to the night or active during the night.

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Culture

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Nighttime is often associated with rest, relaxation, and the natural world. In literature, it has been used to explore themes of mystery, fear, and romance.

How to Memorize "nighttime"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a starry night sky, with the moon and stars shining brightly. Visualize the darkness, the quietness, and the peaceful atmosphere.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nighttime' with relaxation, rest, and the natural world.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'Nights' - 'N' for 'Natural', 'I' for 'Inspiring', 'G' for 'Gentle', 'H' for 'Harmony', and 'T' for 'Tranquil' to memorize the word 'nighttime'.

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