daylight
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for daylight, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The natural light present during the day, mostly coming from the sun.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Antonyms
How to use daylight
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
broad daylight
daylight hours
daylight saving time
Etymology
A compound of "day" and "light," dating back to Middle English, with close cognates in Dutch, German, and Frisian.
Full origin of daylight →Frequently asked questions
What does “daylight” mean?
The word “daylight” means the natural light present during the day, mostly coming from the sun. In plain terms, natural light from the sun, or the stretch of time it lasts.
How do you pronounce “daylight”?
“Daylight” is pronounced DAY-lyt (/ˈdeɪˌlaɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “daylight” in a sentence?
Here is “daylight” used in a sentence: “She likes to paint in natural daylight rather than under artificial lights.”
What is the opposite of “daylight”?
The opposite of “daylight” — its antonyms — are night and darkness.
What part of speech is “daylight”?
“Daylight” is a noun.
Where does the word “daylight” come from?
The word “daylight” comes from Middle English. A compound of "day" and "light," dating back to Middle English, with close cognates in Dutch, German, and Frisian.
Is “daylight” a common word?
“Daylight” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “daylight” have?
“Daylight” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the natural light present during the day, mostly coming from the sun.
What is the difference between daylight and sunlight?
Daylight refers broadly to the natural light present during the day, mostly coming from the sun, and can include diffuse or indirect light on an overcast day. Sunlight more specifically refers to direct light rays from the sun itself.
What does it mean to bring something into daylight?
Bringing something into daylight means exposing it to public attention or scrutiny, often used to describe revealing information, wrongdoing, or facts that were previously hidden or kept secret.
Is daylight the same as the period between sunrise and sunset?
Yes, daylight can also refer specifically to the period of time between sunrise and sunset, distinct from its meaning as the natural light itself.
