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light up

The phrase “light up” has 2 syllables: light-up

It's pronounced as /laɪt ʌp/

What is synonym and antonym for light up?

In the thesaurus, “light up” has 12 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for light up along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for light up

Meanings of light up

  • verb
    1. To illuminate, to bring light to something, to brighten.
    2. To show an increase in activity or a brightening of mood.
    3. To light a cigarette, pipe etc.
    4. To make happy.
    5. To open fire on a target or group of targets.
    6. To shock (someone) with a stun gun.
    7. To loosen, slacken or ease off.

Example Sentences

  • Her smile could light up the entire room.
  • The streets will light up with decorations during the festival.
  • His eyes began to light up when he talked about his passion.
  • Fireworks always light up the night sky on New Year’s Eve.
  • A kind word can light up someone’s gloomy day.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms or another words to light up, such as: blaze, burn, combust, flame, flash, glow, radiate.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

radiate

radiates

illuminate

brighten up

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