Overnight Definition & Meaning
overnight
- adverb
- during or for the length of one night; "the fish marinates overnight"
- happening in a short time or with great speed; "these solutions cannot be found overnight!"
- adjective
- lasting, open, or operating through the whole night; "a nightlong vigil"; "an all-night drugstore"; "an overnight trip"
"Overnight" in song lyrics
See how overnight is used in real songs:
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"I love rap! This expression did not appear overnight"
Atherton & Sire — Everything -
"Meet you overnight"
Benzino f/ Prodigy, Bobby Brown — No Parts of Us -
"Became a rapper now G overnight"
Big Syke — Be Yo Self
Words that rhyme with overnight
Usage tips for "overnight"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "overnight" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for overnight to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does overnight mean?
- during or for the length of one night; "the fish marinates overnight" happening in a short time or with great speed; "these solutions cannot be found overnight!" lasting, open, or operating through the whole night; "a nightlong vigil"; "an all-night drugstore"; "an overnight trip"
- What part of speech is overnight?
- Overnight is an adverb and an adjective.
- How many definitions does overnight have?
- Overnight has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, adjective).