daybreak

/ˈdeɪbræk/

Definitions

1. noun

the beginning of daybreak, especially when the sun rises

“The hikers waited patiently for the daybreak to begin their trek.”

2. noun

the time of daybreak, especially when the sun rises

“She loved watching the world wake up during the daybreak.”

3. verb

to become light or to dawn

“The sky will daybreak in a few hours, bringing the sunrise.”

Synonyms

  • dawn
  • sunrise

Antonyms

  • dusk
  • nightfall