alight Synonyms
Another word for alight
• adjective (Context 1)
On fire; burning.
"Dry leaves near the campfire quickly caught a spark and were soon ablaze."
• verb (Context 2)
To descend from a train, bus, or other form of transport, or to dismount from a horse.
"Passengers are requested to wait until the train comes to a complete stop before attempting to disembark."
• adjective (Context 3)
Shining brightly; illuminated or animated with light or excitement.
"The children's faces were illuminated with anticipation as the curtain rose."
• verb (Context 4)
To descend from the air and settle on a surface (especially of a bird or insect).
"A vibrant kingfisher alighted on a low branch overhanging the riverbank."
• verb (Context 5)
To happen upon or notice something by chance (usually followed by 'on' or 'upon').
"While browsing the archives, her eyes alighted upon an unpublished manuscript."
Opposites of alight
The opposite of alight shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: