Lit

Pronunciation: /ˈlaɪt/

Lit (noun)

  1. The natural brightness from the sun or a lamp that helps us see.
  2. A device, like a lamp, that produces brightness to help us see.
  3. Knowledge or understanding about something.

Examples

  • The light from the sun warmed the garden.
  • She enjoyed reading in the natural light.

Common collocations: natural light, bright light, turn on the light, table lamp, shed light on

Lit (adjective)

  1. Weighing little; easy to lift or carry.
  2. Having a pale or soft color.
  3. Not serious or intense; easy-going.

Examples

  • The bag was surprisingly light to carry.
  • He prefers light luggage for travel.

Lit (verb)

Examples

  • They light the candles for dinner.
  • The streetlights light the path at night.

Synonyms of Lit

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Lit

  • — referring to absence of light
  • — referring to weight