noctidial

/nɒktɪˈdiəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the night

“The noctidial creatures of the forest came out to hunt under the moonlight.”

2. noun

a creature that is active at night

“The noctidial beasts roamed the forest, their eyes glowing in the dark.”

Synonyms

  • crepuscular
  • nocturnal

Antonyms

  • diurnal