Pronunciation: /laɪts/
noun a source of illumination, especially electric light bulbs or lamps
A1 The lights in the room are turned off.
A2 She couldn't see the road clearly because the lights were too dim.
B1 The city lights at night are beautiful to see from afar.
B2 The stage lights were so bright that it was hard to see the audience.
C1 The intricate design of the chandelier lights added a touch of elegance to the room.
C2 The neon lights of the cityscape created a vibrant and lively atmosphere.
verb to provide with light or lighting; illuminate
A1 The campfire lights up the night sky.
A2 He lights the grill to start cooking dinner.
B1 The pilot lights the runway for the plane to land safely.
B2 The artist lights the sculpture from different angles to create shadows and depth.
C1 The city lights up at night with neon signs and street lamps.
C2 The director lights the set to create a specific atmosphere for the scene.
adjective having a considerable or sufficient amount of natural or artificial light; not dark
A1 The lights in the room are very bright.
A2 I prefer lights that are soft and warm in my bedroom.
B1 The lights on the stage were dazzling during the performance.
B2 The lights in the city square created a festive atmosphere.
C1 The lights in the art gallery were strategically placed to highlight the paintings.
C2 The lights in the movie set were carefully adjusted to create the perfect ambiance for filming.
adverb in a way that produces light or brightness
A1 The room lights up when the switch is turned on.
A2 She lights candles to create a cozy atmosphere in her home.
B1 The city lights dazzled him as he arrived at night.
B2 The stage lights dimmed as the performance began.
C1 The car's headlights illuminated the dark road ahead.
C2 The fireworks display lit up the night sky in a spectacular show.
formal The lights in the auditorium dimmed as the performance began.
informal Let's go check out the Christmas lights downtown.
slang The party was lit with all the colorful lights and decorations.
figurative Her smile lit up the room like a beacon of light.
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