nighthawk

The word “nighthawk” has 2 syllables: night-hawk

It's pronounced as /ˈnaɪtˌhɔk/


What is synonym and antonym for nighthawk?

In the thesaurus, “nighthawk” has 58 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for nighthawk along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for nighthawk

Antonyms for nighthawk

Meanings of nighthawk

  • noun
    1. A nightjar, especially Caprimulgus europaeus.
    2. A New World nightjar of the genus Chordeiles, especially Chordeiles minor.
    3. A person whose preference or custom is to remain awake and active during the night and the early morning hours.
    4. A nighthawker.

Example Sentences

  • A nighthawk swooped silently across the dusky sky.
  • The sound of a nighthawk echoed in the stillness of the evening.
  • We spotted a nighthawk circling above the field at dusk.
  • The nighthawk is known for its distinctive call and erratic flight.
  • He stayed up like a nighthawk, watching the stars all night.

On this page you'll find 66 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nighthawk, such as: abandoned, chaste, corrupt, debauched, debauchee, degenerate, depraved.

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