sunglasses
8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for sunglasses, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Glasses with tinted lenses worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight.
Synonyms
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.
How to use sunglasses
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A compound of sun and glasses.
Full origin of sunglasses →Frequently asked questions
What does “sunglasses” mean?
The word “sunglasses” means glasses with tinted lenses worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight. In plain terms, tinted glasses worn to shield your eyes from the sun.
How do you use “sunglasses” in a sentence?
Here is “sunglasses” used in a sentence: “She put on her sunglasses as soon as she stepped outside.”
What is another word for “sunglasses”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sunglasses” include shades, sunnies, cooling glasses, smoked glasses, smoked spectacles and sunspecs.
What part of speech is “sunglasses”?
“Sunglasses” is a noun.
Is “sunglasses” a common word?
“Sunglasses” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
Is "sunglasses" singular or plural?
"Sunglasses" is grammatically plural, like "glasses" or "scissors," and always takes a plural verb, as in "My sunglasses are on the table." To refer to one item, English uses "a pair of sunglasses" rather than "a sunglass."
What is the difference between sunglasses and shades?
"Sunglasses" is the neutral, everyday term for glasses with tinted lenses worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight. "Shades" means exactly the same thing but is a more casual, slang alternative.
What is the difference between sunglasses and goggles?
Sunglasses are designed mainly to reduce glare from sunlight for everyday wear, while goggles are typically closer-fitting eyewear built to seal against wind, water, or debris, such as for swimming or skiing. Some goggles are also tinted for sun protection, but the term "sunglasses" specifically refers to the lighter, everyday style.