Pronunciation: /laɪt ʌp/

Definitions of light up

noun a source of light or illumination

Example Sentences

A1 The light up ahead is very bright.

A2 She bought a new light up for her bedroom.

B1 The light up display on the phone is not working properly.

B2 The concert stage was set with colorful light ups.

C1 The artist used a variety of light ups in his installation.

C2 The light up effect in the movie was visually stunning.

verb to illuminate or make something brighter

Example Sentences

A1 I light up the room with candles.

A2 She lights up every time she sees her favorite band.

B1 The fireworks will light up the sky tonight.

B2 The stadium lights up as the concert begins.

C1 The city skyline lights up beautifully at night.

C2 The actor's performance truly lights up the stage.

Examples of light up in a Sentence

formal The lanterns will light up the garden for the evening reception.

informal Let's light up some candles to create a cozy atmosphere.

slang I heard there's a party tonight where they'll light up the dance floor.

figurative Her smile could light up the darkest room.

Grammatical Forms of light up

past tense

lit

plural

light up

comparative

more light up

superlative

most light up

present tense

light up

future tense

will light up

perfect tense

have lit up

continuous tense

is lighting up

singular

lights up

positive degree

light up

infinitive

to light up

gerund

lighting up

participle

lighted

Origin and Evolution of light up

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The phrase 'light up' originated from the Old English word 'līhtan' which means to illuminate or make something bright.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the act of making something bright or illuminating, the phrase 'light up' has evolved to also mean to ignite or start smoking a cigarette or to become visibly excited or animated.