moonlit

UK: ˈmuːn.lɪt | US: ˈmuːn.lɪt

Definition

  1. adj. illuminated by the light of the moon

Structure
moon <natural satellite>lit <lighted>
Etymology

The word "moonlit" combines "moon," derived from Old English mōna (related to the celestial body), and "lit," the past participle of "light" (from Old English līhtan, meaning "to illuminate"). The compound vividly describes scenes bathed in moonlight, reflecting a poetic fusion of natural imagery and simplicity.

Examples

  1. The path was clearly visible under the moonlit sky.

  2. They took a romantic stroll along the moonlit beach.

  3. The artist painted a serene moonlit landscape.

  4. Her room glowed in the moonlit darkness.

  5. The old castle looked eerie in the moonlit night.