Synonyms of light
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as in glow 
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as in lamp
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as in star
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as in sunrise
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as in lightweight
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as in smooth
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as in sparse
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as in graceful
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as in gentle
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as in fluffy
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as in illuminated
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as in pale
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as in pallid
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as in to burn
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as in to illumine
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as in to perch
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as in to descend
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as in glow
the steady giving off of the form of radiation that makes vision possible
he read poetry to her by the light of the moon
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as in lamp
something that provides illumination
turn off the light when you go to bed
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as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
a leading light in the acting profession
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as in sunrise
the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance
with the coming of light we could see all the damage that the storm had caused
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as in lightweight
having little weight
the suitcase was as light as a feather after all the clothes were removed
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as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort
a little light work was all it took to straighten up the room
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as in sparse
less plentiful than what is normal, necessary, or desirable
traffic on the highway seems to be very light today
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as in graceful
moving easily
the dancer was exceptionally light on her feet
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as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect
light punishment to fit a minor offense
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as in fluffy
resembling air in lightness
the waves had an especially light foam at their crests because of the strong breeze
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as in illuminated
filled with much light
the light, airy room is exceptionally cheerful
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as in pale
lacking intensity of color
we painted the walls a light blue
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as in to burn
to set (something) on fire
we lit the kindling before adding the heavier logs
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as in to illumine
to supply with light
the lights from the TV cameras will light this room as though it were high noon
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as in to perch
to come to rest after descending from the air
the bird lit on the branch and began to sing
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as in to descend
to come down from something (as a vehicle)
he hurriedly lighted from the bus and started walking up the street
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Recent Examples of light
Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 12 May 2025
Style tip: Comfortable linen sets Paris, France Paris is known as a city for lovers thanks to the twinkling lights of the Eiffel Tower at night, and romantic dinners in cozy restaurants over candlelight.
—Brittany Vickers, Essence, 1 May 2025
Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
On a month-over-month basis, the CPI rose 0.2%, lighter than the 0.3% pace forecast by economists.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 13 May 2025
Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 May 2025
Update May 11: This article, originally published on May 9, has been updated to include information about what to do if the iPhone dot is lit.
—Kate O'Flaherty, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
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Guardiola is never one to rest on his tactical laurels, and the return of Haaland could lead to another tweak in light of Glasner’s comments.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 12 May 2025
Style tip: Comfortable linen sets Paris, France Paris is known as a city for lovers thanks to the twinkling lights of the Eiffel Tower at night, and romantic dinners in cozy restaurants over candlelight.
—Brittany Vickers, Essence, 1 May 2025
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On the other hand, green tea tends to taste lighter, with a grassier flavor.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
On a month-over-month basis, the CPI rose 0.2%, lighter than the 0.3% pace forecast by economists.
—Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 13 May 2025
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Fletcher noticed that when the air quality dipped in her home, say after lighting candles or cooking on the stovetop, the auto setting kicks in.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 May 2025
Update May 11: This article, originally published on May 9, has been updated to include information about what to do if the iPhone dot is lit.
—Kate O'Flaherty, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
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While fine jewelry may contribute to her glow, Bailey says there are definitely a few other things making her radiate from the inside out — her son and and her career.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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Those under clear, dark skies away from light pollution may see the glow of the aurora borealis low on the northern horizon from 11 U.S. states though a bright waxing gibbous moon may make sightings more difficult.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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Best Wayfair Bedroom Decor Deals Along with furniture and bedding, there are tons of deals on bedroom decor, including mirrors, rugs, faux plants, and lamps.—
Bridget Degnan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 May 2025
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The two companies made products such as speakers built into lamps and picture frames, and speakers designed specifically to sit on bookshelves.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
7 May 2025
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The adaptation of Richard Osman’s novel stars Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley and Celia Imrie as friends at a retirement home who solve cold cases for funsies.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Every day at 9:30 pm, the Festival reinvents itself as night falls, transforming the Croisette’s Plage Macé, opposite the Hotel Majestic, into an open-air cinema under the stars.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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For Tillet, the best thing about Sydney in the early morning is experiencing a sunrise at the beach.—
Laura Kiniry,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 May 2025
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From an early jog at sunrise to a late-night workout class, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra can track your health and keep up with your workouts without weighing you down.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
14 May 2025
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Restoring the luster Nordstrom department stores once had, and getting out from under the glare of Wall Street, is the basis for Nordstrom going private.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
16 May 2025
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City officials said the solar energy facility would be an eyesore and potentially create glare or contamination concerns, county documents said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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There’s a marble bench, where most of the play’s action occurs, and the gorgeous lighting design by Masha Tsimring, along with elements like rain, snow, mist and fog, offer a sense of time passing.—
Chad Jones,
Mercury News,
10 May 2025
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In other words, skip the elaborate smart lighting systems and choose affordable LED bulbs and fixtures that do the job just as well.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 May 2025
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On the other end of the spectrum, wellness culture is crowded with personalities and products claiming to have the answers.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Obviously, there was a stellar cast with big personalities.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
15 May 2025
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After three long days in court, Cassie Ventura Fine — who is eight months pregnant — has finished her testimony.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Major cities like New York were already facing frightening death tolls that climbed higher each day—but that’s not what Eddington is about.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
17 May 2025
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“Light.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/light. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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