Synonyms for Eclipse & Similar Words
Definition of eclipse
- noun
- one celestial body obscures another
- verb
- be greater in significance than; "the tragedy overshadowed the couple's happiness"
- cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention; "The Sun eclipses the moon today"; "Planets and stars often are occulted by other celestial bodies"
2 synonyms found
Writing tips for "eclipse"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like occult, overshadow can replace "eclipse" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Eclipse" in song lyrics
See how eclipse is used in real songs:
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"I be the Sword in the Stone of the contemporary eclipse"
Aesop Rock — No Splash -
"so when you tryin to shine got flyin to eclipse"
Binary Star — Binary Shuffle -
"Logos on our ships bustin' at the eclipse"
Black Rob f/ The L.O.X. — Can I Live