Afternoon — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌaf-tər-ˈnün/ af·ter·noon

Meaning & Definition of Afternoon

Afternoon (noun)

  1. the part of day between noon and sunset
  2. a relatively late period (as of time or life)

Afternoon (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a later period of one's life

    "literary fame did not arrive until the afternoon of her life"

    similar: afterlife, age, autumn, evening
    related: sunset, twilight, winter, anecdotage, dotage, senility, elderliness, golden years, oldness, seniority, adulthood, majority, maturity, middle, middle age, midlife, ripeness
    opposite: springtime
    near: adolescence, youth

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Afternoon

The most common words with a similar meaning to Afternoon:

afterlife, age, autumn, evening

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Afternoon

Words with the opposite meaning of Afternoon:

springtime

Related Words for Afternoon

sunset, twilight, winter, anecdotage, dotage, senility, elderliness, golden years, oldness, seniority, adulthood, majority, maturity, middle, middle age, midlife, ripeness

Near Antonyms of Afternoon

adolescence, youth

Word Forms of Afternoon

Derived words: afternoon (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Afternoon

Middle English afternone, from after- after- + none noon

First known use: 13th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Afternoon

Words & Phrases Containing Afternoon

good afternoon, this afternoon, make a day/night/morning/afternoon/evening of it, the other day/night/morning/afternoon/evening

Frequently Asked Questions about Afternoon

What does "Afternoon" mean?

"Afternoon" means the part of day between noon and sunset. As a noun, it is defined as: the part of day between noon and sunset.

What is another word for "Afternoon"?

Other words for "Afternoon" include afterlife, age, autumn and evening. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Afternoon" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Afternoon"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Afternoon". Common alternatives include afterlife, age, autumn and evening.

What is the opposite of "Afternoon"?

Antonyms of "Afternoon" include springtime. Near antonyms include adolescence and youth.

How do you use "Afternoon" in a sentence?

Examples of "Afternoon" in a sentence: "literary fame did not arrive until the afternoon of her life".

Is "Afternoon" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Afternoon" is a noun.

Is "Afternoon" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Afternoon" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Afternoon"?

"Afternoon" is pronounced /ˌaf-tər-ˈnün/ and divided into syllables as af·ter·noon.