Synonyms for
Lights
Definition
Lights are devices that produce light, such as lamps or light bulbs. They are used to illuminate a space.
Synonyms & similar words
fireup
light
luminance
lighting
extinguish
lightsource
igniter
lighter
getdown
spark
lightness
dismount
illuminate
lightwithin
ignite
fall
lightup
illumine
visiblelight
illume
getoff
christwithin
luminosity
dark
illumination
lamps
illuminators
beacons
torches
candles
lanterns
headlights
flashlights
spotlights
floodlights
chandeliers
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- turn on the lights
- turn off the lights
- traffic lights
- stage lights
- headlights
- dim the lights
- bright lights
- Christmas lights
Word family
Usage note
The plural 'lights' often refers to artificial sources of illumination. As a verb, 'to light' means to ignite or to provide illumination.
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Example sentences
- I turned off the lights when I left the room.
- The lights in the street made it easier to see at night.
- My mom bought me a new lamp to use as a night light.
- The headlights on my car help me see when I'm driving at night.
- I lit a candle to make the room smell nice.
Quotes
Light up the darkness. ― Bob Marley
In order for the light to shine so brightly, the darkness must be present. ― Francis Bacon
The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. ― John 1:5