Vespertine

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛspərˌtaɪn/

Definitions of vespertine

adjective relating to, occurring, or active in the evening

Example Sentences

A1 The vespertine sky was filled with twinkling stars.

A2 The vespertine atmosphere was calm and peaceful.

B1 The vespertine hour signaled the end of the day.

B2 The vespertine landscape was bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun.

C1 The vespertine symphony echoed through the night, captivating all who listened.

C2 The vespertine beauty of the evening sky took my breath away.

Examples of vespertine in a Sentence

formal The vespertine hour was approaching as the sun began to set.

informal Let's go for a walk in the vespertine hours when it's cooler outside.

slang I love hanging out with friends during the vespertine time, it's so chill.

figurative The vespertine phase of her life symbolized a time of reflection and introspection.

Grammatical Forms of vespertine

• past tense: vespertined
• plural: vespertines
• comparative: more vespertine
• superlative: most vespertine
• present tense: vespertines
• future tense: will vespertine
• perfect tense: has vespertined
• continuous tense: is vespertining
• singular: vespertine
• positive degree: vespertine
• infinitive: to vespertine
• gerund: vespertining
• participle: vespertined

Origin and Evolution of vespertine

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'vespertine' originated from the Latin word 'vespertinus' which means 'of the evening'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something related to or occurring in the evening, the meaning of 'vespertine' has evolved to also include things that are active or blooming in the evening hours.