Afterglow
(noun)
- A residual glow remaining in the sky after sunset or after a bright light has been switched off.
- A feeling of warmth or contentment following a pleasant experience.
Origin:
The word "afterglow" comes from the combination of the word "after" meaning "following" and "glow" meaning "light.".
Examples:
- The afterglow of the sunset was beautiful and serene.
- He watched the afterglow of the fireworks with a smile on his face.
- She felt the afterglow of the concert for days afterwards.
- The afterglow of the bonfire was all that was left as the last embers died out.
- The afterglow of their love was still strong even after they broke up.