Word of the day: Light(1)

light(1) n.
1. the energy producing a sensation of brightness that makes seeing possible
2. a particular kind or quality of brightness
3. an artificial source of illumination, for example, an electric lamp or a candle
4. electromagnetic radiation in the range visible to the human eye, between approximately 4,000 and 7,700 angstroms
5. electromagnetic radiation that has wavelengths of any length
6. the path that light takes, or somebody’s share or access to light
7. the condition of brightness created by the rays of the sun during the day
8. the arrival of the sun’s brightness at the beginning of the day
9. the representation of light or the effect it has in a work of art
10. a signal that controls the movement of traffic
11. general or public notice, attention, or knowledge
12. the manner in which somebody or something is regarded, especially by the public
13. a source of fire, especially a match
14. a glint in somebody’s eye that is taken to indicate a particular mood or expression
15. an entry in the grid of a cryptic crossword
16. somebody’s general ability to see (archaic)
17. a window or other opening in a building, designed to let sunlight in.
See also ancient lights

adj.
1. full of illumination, or relatively well lit
2. of a relatively pale shade
3. served with milk or cream added

v.
1. vti to begin to burn, or cause something to begin to burn
2. vt to illuminate, brighten, or shine on something
3. vt to give somebody’s eyes or face a happy or animated look
4. vt to lead or direct somebody with a source of illumination such as a flashlight

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Meanings/Synonyms:

glow (n.)
beam
brightness
luminosity
daylight
illumination
radiance
darkness (Antonym)

bright (adj.)
sunny
sunlit
dark (Antonym)

start burning (v.)
set alight
set on fire
ignite
strike
extinguish (Antonym)