Afterlight

C2 8+

Pronunciation: /ˈæftərˌlaɪt/

Definitions of afterlight

noun a view of the sky after sunset

Example Sentences

A1 I like to take photos during the afterlight.

A2 The afterlight cast a warm glow over the field.

B1 The afterlight of the sunset painted the sky in shades of pink and orange.

B2 The afterlight filtering through the trees created a magical atmosphere.

C1 The afterlight of the cityscape at dusk was truly breathtaking.

C2 The afterlight reflecting off the water made for a stunning photograph.

adjective relating to the light in the sky after sunset

Example Sentences

A1 The afterlight sky was a beautiful shade of pink.

A2 She painted her room in a calming afterlight color.

B1 The afterlight atmosphere of the restaurant was cozy and inviting.

B2 The afterlight glow of the sunset reflected off the water.

C1 The afterlight effect in the photo gave it a dreamy quality.

C2 The afterlight hues in the painting created a sense of tranquility.

Examples of afterlight in a Sentence

formal The afterlight of the sunset cast a warm glow over the horizon.

informal I love taking photos during the afterlight, the lighting is perfect.

slang Let's hang out in the park during the afterlight, it's so peaceful.

figurative The afterlight of her smile stayed with me long after she had left.

Grammatical Forms of afterlight

past tense

afterlit

plural

afterlights

comparative

more afterlight

superlative

most afterlight

present tense

afterlights

future tense

will afterlight

perfect tense

have afterlighted

continuous tense

is afterlighting

singular

afterlight

positive degree

afterlight

infinitive

to afterlight

gerund

afterlighting

participle

afterlighted

Origin and Evolution of afterlight

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'afterlight' originates from Old English, where 'after' meant 'following' and 'light' referred to illumination or brightness.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'afterlight' came to be used to describe the soft light that remains in the sky after the sun has set, often creating a beautiful glow. The term has evolved to also refer to the lingering effects or influence of something that has passed, such as the afterglow of a memorable experience.