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Meaning & Definition of Twilight in English

English

Twilight

The time of day just after sunset and just before sunrise.


Pronunciation:

/ˈtwaɪlaɪt/

Part of Speech:

noun

Plural:

twilights

Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: The soft glowing light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon.

    Example Sentence: We walked on the beach during twilight, enjoying the serene view.

  • Definition: The period of partial illumination between day and night.

    Example Sentence: The birds return home at twilight.

  • Definition: A period of decline or fading, especially of something that was once powerful or active.

    Example Sentence: The company was in its twilight years, struggling to remain relevant in a changing market.

  • Definition: A state of ambiguity or uncertainty, especially about a situation or identity.

    Example Sentence: He found himself in a twilight of uncertainty regarding his future.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English twilight, from Old English twi- (two, twice) + light.

Synonyms

duskgloamingtwilight zonecrepusculehalf-light

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • twilight zone: A state of being in between two different situations or conditions.
  • in the twilight of one's years: Referring to the latter part of one's life.

Translations

  • Spanish: crepúsculo
  • French: crépuscule
  • German: Dämmerung
  • Russian: сумерки

Related Words

  • dusk: The time just after sunset.
  • sunset: The setting of the sun.
  • dawn: The time just before sunrise.

Slang Meanings of twilight

  • Meaning: A metaphor for a difficult or confusing situation.

    Example Sentence: After the layoffs, the office felt like it was in twilight.

  • Meaning: Referring to a relationship that is fading.

    Example Sentence: Their relationship was in twilight; they both knew it was coming to an end.