light Synonyms
Another word for light
• noun (Context 1)
The natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible; electromagnetic radiation within the portion of the spectrum that can be perceived by the human eye.
"The room was bathed in warm morning illumination as the sun rose."
• noun (Context 2)
A device or source that provides illumination, such as a lamp, bulb, or match.
"Please remember to turn off the lamp before leaving the office."
• verb (Context 3)
To ignite or set something burning.
"She used a single match to ignite the candles on the birthday cake."
• verb (Context 4)
To provide with illumination or make visible.
"The football stadium was lit by enormous floodlights for the evening match."
• noun (Context 5)
An understanding of a problem or mystery; enlightenment or awareness.
"The newly discovered historical documents cast new understanding on the king's sudden abdication."
• verb (Context 6)
To descend and settle (typically of a bird or insect).
"A monarch butterfly happened to alight upon the delicate flower petals."
Opposites of light
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of light varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: