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daytime Synonyms
Another word for daytime
Choosing another word for daytime depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The period of the day between sunrise and sunset when there is natural light.
Usage Example
"Nocturnal animals usually sleep in burrows during the day and emerge at dusk to hunt."
Strongest
day
daylight
• adjective (Context 2)
Occurring, operating, or suitable for use during the hours of daylight.
Usage Example
"The city experiences heavy traffic during the diurnal hours, especially in the commercial district."
Strongest
diurnal
daylight
Opposites of daytime
The opposite of daytime shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
nighttime
night
nocturnal
nightly
overnight
dark
darkness
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Daytime. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/daytime