Sunset

/ˈsʌnˌsɛt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The daily disappearance of the sun below the horizon, often marked by a change in color of the sky.

We watched the sunset from the beach, enjoying the beautiful orange and pink hues.

The period of time at which the sun sets.

The sunset is the perfect time for a romantic dinner.

The end or decline of something.

The sunset of her career as a singer came after many successful years.

From 'sun' + 'set', originally meaning to cause to set or to go down.

sunset boulevard

A famous street in Los Angeles associated with the entertainment industry.

chasing the sunset

To pursue fleeting moments or experiences, often related to beautiful or ideal situations.

red sky at night, sailor's delight

A saying indicating that a red sunset suggests fair weather.

dawn

The time each morning when sunlight first appears.

twilight

The time of day between daylight and darkness, often marked by a soft glow.

horizon

The line where the earth's surface and the sky appear to meet.

A time to reflect or relax as the day ends.

Let's go grab a drink and watch the sunset; it's always a good sunset vibe.

A metaphor for the end of a situation or phase.

That was the sunset for our project; time to move on.