Synonyms for
Lit
Definition
Lit means something is on fire or burning brightly. It can also mean something is exciting or cool.
Synonyms & similar words
illuminated
lightup
alight
unhorse
ignite
lighted
fireup
light
literature
illumine
illume
illuminate
dismount
unlighted
getoff
fall
welllighted
getdown
perch
extinguish
blazing
burning
glowing
radiant
sparkling
exciting
cool
awesome
amazing
excellent
dope
bright
shining
luminous
fiery
brilliant
vibrant
flaming
beaming
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- fully lit
- well lit
- nicely lit
- lit up
- lit by
- lit from within
- lit candle
Word family
Usage note
The informal meaning of 'lit' as 'excellent' or 'exciting' is slang and should be used with caution in formal contexts. The primary meaning relates to illumination.
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Example sentences
- The bonfire was so lit, everyone gathered around it.
- I love listening to music when the party is lit.
- The city skyline is so lit at night.
- We need to find some dry wood to get the campfire lit.
- The concert was so lit, I didn't want it to end.
Quotes
'I'm on fire, I'm lit, I'm hot, I'm winning.' - Conor McGregor
'I'm not a businessman, I'm a business, man!' - Jay-Z
'The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.' - W.B. Yeats