sunrise

[ˈsʌn.raɪz]

sunrise Definition

the time in the morning when the sun appears or full daylight begins.

Using sunrise: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sunrise" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I woke up early to watch the sunrise.

  • Example

    The sunrise was particularly beautiful this morning.

  • Example

    The beach is the perfect spot to watch the sunrise.

sunrise Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sunrise

Phrases with sunrise

  • at the time in the morning when the sun appears or full daylight begins

    Example

    We will meet at the beach at sunrise.

  • to be awake and outside early enough to see the sun appear on the horizon

    Example

    We woke up early to catch the sunrise over the mountains.

  • to observe the sun appearing on the horizon in the morning

    Example

    We sat on the balcony to watch the sunrise over the ocean.

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Summary: sunrise in Brief

The term 'sunrise' [ˈsʌn.raɪz] refers to the time in the morning when the sun appears or full daylight begins. It is often used to describe a beautiful natural phenomenon, as in 'The sunrise was particularly beautiful this morning.' Phrases like 'at sunrise,' 'catch the sunrise,' and 'watch the sunrise' all refer to observing the sun appearing on the horizon.

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