Synonyms for

Lighthouse

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

Definition

A tower or other structure containing a beacon light to warn or guide ships at sea.

Synonyms & similar words

pharos beacon beaconlight beacon pharos watchtower daymark marker sign lamp lantern torch cresset flare flash blaze

Synonyms by register

Formal

beacon navigational aid signal tower

Informal

light guide

Literary

watchtower of the sea mariner's friend star of the coast

Antonyms

darkness obscurity shadow gloom blindness ignorance

Common collocations

  • tall lighthouse
  • coastal lighthouse
  • historic lighthouse
  • abandoned lighthouse
  • lighthouse keeper
  • light from the lighthouse
  • guide by lighthouse

Word family

noun lighthouse
adjective lighthoused

Usage note

A lighthouse is a specific type of tower designed to emit light as a navigational aid. It is not typically used metaphorically for general guidance, though 'beacon' can sometimes serve that purpose.

Example sentences

  1. The lighthouse on the rocky shore warned sailors of danger.
  2. The lighthouse keeper climbed the stairs to light the lamp every night.
  3. The lighthouse was built to guide ships safely to the harbor.
  4. The lighthouse was a symbol of hope for sailors in stormy seas.
  5. The lighthouse shone brightly in the darkness, guiding the way for ships.

Quotes

  • The lighthouse is a symbol of safety and guidance to sailors all over the world.
  • The lighthouse stands tall and proud, a beacon of hope for those lost at sea.
  • In the stormy night, the lighthouse shines a light to guide the way home.

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