Pronunciation: /skɒns/
noun a decorative wall bracket for holding candles or other lights
A1 I saw a sconce on the wall in the hallway.
A2 She bought a new sconce to add some light to her living room.
B1 The antique sconce in the dining room is a family heirloom.
B2 The sconces in the castle's grand hall were made of gold and crystal.
C1 The designer handcrafted the sconces for the luxury hotel's lobby.
C2 The elaborate sconce installation in the palace ballroom was breathtaking.
verb not applicable
A1 I sconce the candle on the wall.
A2 She sconces the lamp above the mirror.
B1 The decorator sconced the light fixtures throughout the room.
B2 He sconced the sconces symmetrically on either side of the fireplace.
C1 The interior designer sconced the chandeliers in the grand ballroom.
C2 The artist sconced the art gallery with carefully curated lighting.
adjective not applicable
A1 The sconce light in the hallway is very bright.
A2 She bought a sconce lamp to add some extra lighting to her room.
B1 The antique sconce fixtures in the dining room create a cozy atmosphere.
B2 The designer chose sconce lighting to enhance the modern look of the living room.
C1 The intricate sconce design on the wall adds a touch of elegance to the room.
C2 The sconce lighting in the art gallery highlights each painting beautifully.
adverb not applicable
A1 She placed the candle sconce on the table.
A2 The sconce was elegantly designed and added a touch of class to the room.
B1 The sconce softly illuminated the hallway, creating a cozy atmosphere.
B2 The antique sconce cast a warm glow, highlighting the intricate details of the wall.
C1 The sconce, with its intricate metalwork, was a focal point in the room.
C2 The designer sconce, imported from Italy, was a luxurious addition to the mansion's decor.
pronoun not applicable
A1 I like to decorate my room with a sconce.
A2 She bought a new sconce for her living room.
B1 The sconce on the wall added a warm glow to the room.
B2 The antique sconce was a beautiful addition to the hallway.
C1 The sconce, a gift from her grandmother, held sentimental value.
C2 The intricate design of the sconce caught the eye of every visitor.
preposition not applicable
A1 I put the candle sconce on the wall.
A2 She hung the sconce above the fireplace.
B1 The sconce by the door illuminated the hallway.
B2 The antique sconce with intricate designs added elegance to the room.
C1 The sconce, a beautiful piece of craftsmanship, cast a warm glow in the room.
C2 The sconce, a replica of a medieval torch holder, was a focal point of the room.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I like to read by the sconce it gives off a soft light.
A2 She placed a sconce on the wall next to the painting.
B1 The sconce above the fireplace added a cozy touch to the room.
B2 He installed a sconce in the hallway for better lighting.
C1 The antique sconce in the dining room was a beautiful addition.
C2 The sconce matched perfectly with the rest of the decor in the room.
interjection not applicable
A1 Sconce! I forgot to turn off the lights before leaving.
A2 Sconce! That was a close call.
B1 Sconce! I can't believe I made such a silly mistake.
B2 Sconce! This situation is getting out of hand.
C1 Sconce! I demand an explanation for this incompetence.
C2 Sconce! I will not tolerate this behavior any longer.
article not applicable
A1 I saw a sconce on the wall of the old castle.
A2 She bought a beautiful sconce to decorate her living room.
B1 The antique sconce added a touch of elegance to the room.
B2 The sconce was intricately designed with delicate patterns.
C1 The sconce was a replica of a famous historical piece.
C2 The sconce was crafted by a renowned artisan known for exquisite lighting fixtures.
formal The sconce on the wall provided elegant lighting in the dining room.
informal I love the sconce my mom put up in the living room, it really brightens up the space.
slang Check out that cool sconce in the hallway, it's so hip.
figurative Her intelligence was like a sconce, illuminating every room she entered.
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