crepuscular
/krɪˈpʌskjələr/
adjective
- Relating to or resembling twilight; dim or indistinct.
- The crepuscular light made it hard to see the path ahead.
- The painting used crepuscular colors to create a mood of mystery.
- She enjoyed the crepuscular atmosphere of the old library at closing time.
- (of animals) Active during twilight, especially at dawn and dusk.
- Many deer are crepuscular, feeding at dawn and dusk to avoid predators.
- The zoo's crepuscular animals, like the red panda, are most active during the early morning and late evening.
- Rabbit owners know their pets are crepuscular, so they provide food and playtime at sunrise and sunset.
Antonyms