Synonyms for

Lightening

Verb / ˈlaɪtʌnɪŋ / Another word for lightening — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lightening is a sudden flash of light in the sky that is caused by electricity moving between clouds or from clouds to the ground.

Synonyms & similar words

whitening lighten lightenup relieve weighdown brighten darken buoyup thunderbolt flash fulmination firebolt thunderstroke

Example sentences

  1. During the storm, I saw a bright lightening bolt in the sky.
  2. The sound of lightening is loud and scary.
  3. My mom tells me to stay inside during a lightening storm.
  4. When I saw the lightening, I counted how many seconds it took for the thunder to come.
  5. Sometimes, lightening can start a fire if it hits a tree or a building.

Quotes

  • The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter—'tis the difference between the lightning bug and the lightning.
  • Thunder is good, thunder is impressive; but it is lightning that does the work.
  • A bolt of lightning is a moment of illumination.

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