Gloaming: meaning, definitions and examples

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gloaming

 

[ ˈɡloʊ.mɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

time of day

Gloaming refers to the time of day immediately following sunset when the sky is partially illuminated, often leading to twilight. It is a period where the light fading creates a distinctive and often atmospheric quality to the surroundings.

Synonyms

dusk, evening, nightfall, twilight

Examples of usage

  • The forest looked magical in the gloaming.
  • We often took walks during the gloaming, enjoying the cool evening air.
  • Photographers love capturing the colors of the gloaming.
  • The gloaming brings a sense of calm after a busy day.

Translations

Translations of the word "gloaming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 crepúsculo

🇮🇳 संध्या

🇩🇪 Dämmerung

🇮🇩 senja

🇺🇦 сутінки

🇵🇱 zmierzch

🇯🇵 たそがれ

🇫🇷 crépuscule

🇪🇸 crepúsculo

🇹🇷 alacakaranlık

🇰🇷 황혼

🇸🇦 الغسق

🇨🇿 tma

🇸🇰 záhľad

🇨🇳 黄昏

🇸🇮 mrak

🇮🇸 dimmu

🇰🇿 кешкі

🇬🇪 საღამო

🇦🇿 şəfəq

🇲🇽 crepúsculo

Etymology

The word 'gloaming' originates from the Old English term 'glōmung' which means 'twilight' or 'gloaming'. This term itself comes from the earlier Germanic roots, reflecting a time of light that is gradually dimming. The concept of gloaming has been a part of human experience for centuries, often evoking feelings of nostalgia and reflection. Old texts and poems from the English language frequently reference gloaming as a time for contemplation and transition, embodying both a literal dimming of light and a metaphorical shift in daily life. As the industrial age progressed, the use of such poetic terms saw some decline but has since seen a resurgence in modern literature, art, and music, invoking the serene imagery associated with this gentle fading of day into night.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,934 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.