light

/laɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a source of illumination, especially one that uses electricity or gas

“The room was filled with soft, warm light.”

2. noun

a feeling or mood, especially one that is happy and optimistic

“The news brought a sense of light to the community.”

3. noun

a quantity of something that is needed or used up, especially fuel or a resource

“The car’s fuel light indicated that it was running low on gas.”

4. verb

to make something brighter or more visible, especially by shining a light on it

“Can you light the candles on the table?”

5. verb

to ignite or set something on fire

“She tried to light the fire, but it didn’t catch.”

6. adjective

not heavy or serious, happy, and optimistic

“He had a light heart after hearing the good news.”

7. adverb

in a way that is happy, carefree, and optimistic

“She lived life to the light.”

Synonyms

  • glow
  • illumination
  • radiance

Antonyms

  • darkness
  • shadows