Meaning of the word overnight in English

What does overnight mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

overnight

US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈnaɪt/

UK /ˌoʊ.vɚˈnaɪt/

for the duration of a night

Example:

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We stayed overnight at a hotel.

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The package arrived overnight.

Synonym:

all night through the night

suddenly or very quickly

Example:

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Her mood changed overnight.

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The company became successful overnight.

Synonym:

suddenly rapidly instantaneously

done or happening during the night

Example:

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We took an overnight train to Paris.

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The company offers overnight delivery.

Synonym:

nightly nighttime

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