Horizon vs. Horizons

Horizon = the line at which the earth’s surface and the sky appear to meet.

  • The sun rose above the horizon.
  • The moon began to rise slowly above the horizon.
  • It’s beautiful to watch the horizon at the sunset.
  • At the sunrise the sun looked like a ball of fire above the horizon.

Horizons = (plural) the limit of a person’s knowledge , experience or interest, perception etc.

  • He wanted to change his outlook and broaden his horizons.
  • The discovery will open up new horizons in the field of cancer research.
  • His decision to go to University will certainly broaden his horizons.
  • His stay at Chicago has broadened his horizons.
  • As your horizons expand , new ideas will become acceptable to you and there will be a transition from your orthodox stand and approach.

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