Crepuscular
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɹɪˈpʌs.kjʊ.lə/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Crepuscular is an adjective meaning Of or resembling twilight; dim.
Meaning
Of or resembling twilight; dim.
More Meanings
- (zoology) Active at or around dusk, dawn or twilight.
Example Sentences
That's why cats are crepuscular — most active at dawn and dusk — because mice and rats forage for food during these hours when fewer of their natural enemies are around.
Synonyms for crepuscular
Depending on context, synonyms include crepusculine, twilightish, dark.
Antonyms for crepuscular
Common opposites include noncrepuscular.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dark, crepusculous, crepusculine, twilightish, twilightlike, twilight.
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