evening

[ˈiːvənɪŋ]

evening Definition

• 1. the period of time at the end of the day, usually from about 6 p.m. to bedtime
• 2. the latter part or close of the day
• 3. a social gathering held in the evening, typically in someone's home

Using evening: Examples

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

• Example

  I usually go for a walk in the evening.

• Example

  We had dinner together in the evening.

• Example

  The party will be held in the evening.

• Example

  She likes to read books in the evening.

evening Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for evening

• dusk
• nightfall
• sunset
• twilight

Phrases with evening

• good evening

  a polite greeting said when meeting someone in the evening

  Example

  Good evening, how are you?

• evening dress

  a formal dress worn by women for evening events

  Example

  She wore an elegant evening dress to the gala.

• evening class

  a class held in the evening, usually after work hours

  Example

  I'm taking an evening class to improve my language skills.

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Summary: evening in Brief

The term 'evening' [ˈiːvənɪŋ] refers to the period of time at the end of the day, usually from about 6 p.m. to bedtime. It can also refer to a social gathering held in the evening. Examples include 'I usually go for a walk in the evening.' and 'The party will be held in the evening.' Other phrases include 'good evening,' a polite greeting, 'evening dress,' a formal dress worn by women for evening events, and 'evening class,' a class held in the evening.