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Definition of nightscape
nightscape
/ˈnaɪtskeɪp/
night · scape
Plural:nightscapes
nightscape Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
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1
A visual view or prospect of a natural or urban environment as it appears during the night, typically characterized by darkness offset by artificial illumination or moonlight.
Example
"The sprawling nightscape of Tokyo, illuminated by millions of glowing windows and neon signs, stretched out endlessly beneath the airplane."
2
An artistic representation, such as a photograph, painting, or drawing, that depicts a nighttime scene.
Example
"The gallery's new exhibition focuses on evocative nightscapes painted by contemporary European artists."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in English by combining the noun 'night' with the suffix '-scape' (abstracted from 'landscape'), gaining popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the contexts of photography and urban development.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nightscape. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nightscape