nightfall
8 synonyms and 2 antonyms for nightfall, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The time when day turns to night; dusk.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use nightfall
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
before nightfall
at nightfall
Etymology
From night + fall, on the pattern of the sun or light "falling" away at the end of the day.
Full origin of nightfall →Frequently asked questions
What does “nightfall” mean?
The word “nightfall” means the time when day turns to night; dusk. In plain terms, the moment evening turns into night.
How do you pronounce “nightfall”?
“Nightfall” is pronounced NYT-fawl (/ˈnaɪt.fɔl/ in IPA).
How do you use “nightfall” in a sentence?
Here is “nightfall” used in a sentence: “We need to reach camp before nightfall.”
What part of speech is “nightfall”?
“Nightfall” is a noun.
Is “nightfall” a common word?
“Nightfall” is an uncommon word in modern English.
