Light Up (Verb)
Meaning 1
Ignite; "The sky lit up quickly above the raging volcano".
Classification
Verbs of raining, snowing, thawing, thundering.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Start to burn with a bright flame; "The coal in the BBQ grill finally lit up".
Classification
Verbs of raining, snowing, thawing, thundering.
Examples
- Candles began to light up the stage as the concert started.
- The fireworks were lit but took a few moments to light up the sky.
- People light up their homes during Diwali to symbolize the victory of light over darkness.
- The match would not light up due to the damp air surrounding it.
- As the spark reached the dry wood, it began to light up the bonfire.
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
Become clear; "The sky cleared after the storm".
Classification
Verbs of raining, snowing, thawing, thundering.
Synonyms
Meaning 4
Make lighter or brighter; "This lamp lightens the room a bit".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..