afternoon

/ˈæftərnʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

The period of the day between midday and evening, typically considered the middle part of the day.

“She spent the afternoon reading a book in the park.”

2. adjective

Happening or done in the period of the day between midday and evening.

“The afternoon session of the conference was well attended.”

3. noun

A period of time in the day, especially in the middle.

“She had a few hours free in the afternoon.”

Synonyms

  • afternoon hours
  • evening
  • meridiem

Antonyms

  • midnight
  • morning