as in dusks
the time from when the sun begins to set to the onset of total darkness
the glow of the western sky at sunset
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of sunsets
The ride offers dramatic views of the Rio Grande Valley, Albuquerque cityscape, and sunsets over the desert to the west.
—
Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Its broad, meticulously kept tanned dunes dissolving into rolling surf and the deep blue Pacific with breathtaking sunsets are a photographer’s dream.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
From that point forward, Wisconsin will see earlier sunsets, cooler nights and the gradual transition toward frost and, eventually, the first snow of the season.
—Brandi D. Addison, jsonline.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Standouts include the state’s oldest, the Olson Observation Tower, which opened in 1922 and features 133 steps for panoramic views over Monongahela National Forest, while the Bickle Knob Observation Tower is a favorite spot for sunrises and sunsets.
—Nicholas Derenzo, AFAR Media, 16 Sep. 2025
There’s a pergola, or grape arbor, near the water that serves as a front-row spot for watching sunsets over the river.
—John Turton, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
The sunsets are second to none.
—Corey Buhay, Outside Online, 10 Sep. 2025
The moon turns red once it is completely blocked by Earth’s shadow, illuminated by red-orange light from the sunsets and sunrises on the Earth, Petro said.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
Only light from Earth's atmosphere reaches the moon, and light reflected from Earth's sunrises and sunsets can give the moon a reddish color.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Its broad, meticulously kept tanned dunes dissolving into rolling surf and the deep blue Pacific with breathtaking sunsets are a photographer’s dream.
—Greg Mellen, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
From that point forward, Wisconsin will see earlier sunsets, cooler nights and the gradual transition toward frost and, eventually, the first snow of the season.
—Brandi D. Addison, jsonline.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Standouts include the state’s oldest, the Olson Observation Tower, which opened in 1922 and features 133 steps for panoramic views over Monongahela National Forest, while the Bickle Knob Observation Tower is a favorite spot for sunrises and sunsets.
—Nicholas Derenzo, AFAR Media, 16 Sep. 2025
There’s a pergola, or grape arbor, near the water that serves as a front-row spot for watching sunsets over the river.
—John Turton, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2025
The sunsets are second to none.
—Corey Buhay, Outside Online, 10 Sep. 2025
The moon turns red once it is completely blocked by Earth’s shadow, illuminated by red-orange light from the sunsets and sunrises on the Earth, Petro said.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
Only light from Earth's atmosphere reaches the moon, and light reflected from Earth's sunrises and sunsets can give the moon a reddish color.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sunsets
Noun
-
Threshold Printed Plush Throw This versatile blanket can be draped over accent chairs and sofas or used as a warm layer on a bed or for chilly fall nights outside.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Sep. 2025
-
But Gaudin was not a kid who grew up listening to the Braves on hot summer nights in Georgia or Tennessee, South Carolina or Alabama.—
Coy Wire,
CNN Money,
17 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The beginning of fall means Californians will experience less daylight in the mornings and evenings.—
Hannah Poukish
September 18,
Sacbee.com,
18 Sep. 2025
-
The 100 percent cotton fabric feels airy yet substantial enough to use for colder evenings.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
17 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Sunsets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sunsets. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share