Nocturnal ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Nocturnal ( adjective )

1. Active or occurring during the night.
2. Relating to or suited for the night.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word nocturnus, meaning 'of the night'.

Examples:

1. Many species of animals are nocturnal and hunt for food in the dark.
2. Nocturnal creatures have adapted to the darkness and can see in low light.
3. During a power outage, a nocturnal person may find it difficult to sleep in the daytime.
4. The city is quiet and peaceful at night, with only the occasional nocturnal sounds of crickets and owls.
5. Some people prefer to work the night shift because they are naturally nocturnal and more productive at night.

(As a noun)

Nocturnal ( noun )

1. Active or occurring during the night.
2. Relating to or suited for the night.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word nocturnus, meaning 'of the night'.

Examples:

1. Many species of animals are nocturnal and hunt for food in the dark.
2. Nocturnal creatures have adapted to the darkness and can see in low light.
3. During a power outage, a nocturnal person may find it difficult to sleep in the daytime.
4. The city is quiet and peaceful at night, with only the occasional nocturnal sounds of crickets and owls.
5. Some people prefer to work the night shift because they are naturally nocturnal and more productive at night.