Lighting Terminology

noun a rounded underground storage organ present in some plants, consisting of a short stem surrounded by fleshy scale leaves or leaf bases

• The technician replaced the faulty bulb in the streetlight.
• I need to change the bulb in my bedside lamp.
• Hey, can you grab a new bulb for the ceiling fixture?
• A new idea sparked in her mind like a light bulb turning on.

verb to make or become less bright or clear

adjective having a lack of brightness or clarity

• The dim lighting in the room created a cozy atmosphere.
• I prefer dim lighting when watching movies at home.
• Let's hang out at that dim bar down the street.
• His future prospects seemed dim after failing multiple exams.

noun a type of light bulb or tube that produces a bright artificial light

adjective describing a bright artificial light or color that glows

• The laboratory was brightly lit with florescent lighting.
• I love how the florescent colors pop in this room.
• The party decorations were so florescent, it was awesome!
• Her personality was like a florescent light, always shining bright in a room.

noun a measurement used in lighting design and engineering

• The lighting in the room is measured in foot candles to ensure proper illumination levels.
• I need at least 50 foot candles in my workspace to see properly.
• I can't work in this dim office, we need more foot candles in here.
• Her smile was so bright it could light up a room with a thousand foot candles.

noun a substance or object that emits light, especially in the context of lighting or illumination

• The illuminant used in the photography studio helped to create the perfect lighting for the shoot.
• I need to change the illuminant in my lamp because it's flickering.
• The illuminant in this room is way too bright, I can't even see properly.
• Her smile was like an illuminant in the darkness, brightening up the whole room.

noun spiritual or intellectual enlightenment

• The museum's new exhibit features advanced lighting for better illumination of the artwork.
• I need to change the lightbulb in my room for better illumination.
• Let's add some fairy lights for a cozy illumination in the backyard.
• His wise words provided illumination on the complex issue at hand.

noun the state of being white or glowing with heat

• The incandescence of the chandelier illuminated the entire ballroom.
• The incandescence from the fireworks lit up the night sky.
• The incandescence of the bonfire was so mesmerizing.
• Her passion for the cause burned with an incandescence that inspired others to join her.

noun a lamp that produces light by heating a filament

adjective emitting light as a result of being heated

• The incandescent light bulb emitted a warm and bright glow.
• I love how cozy the incandescent lights make the room feel.
• The incandescent bulbs are lit AF.
• Her smile was incandescent, lighting up the entire room.

noun a person or thing that provides light, such as a lamp or the sun

• The light source in the room is a combination of natural sunlight and overhead LED lights.
• I need to change the light source in my bedroom because it's too dim.
• Let's find a better light source for our late-night study sessions.
• Her smile was like a light source in the darkness of his day.

noun a source of light or illumination

verb to illuminate or make something brighter

• The lanterns will light up the garden for the evening reception.
• Let's light up some candles to create a cozy atmosphere.
• I heard there's a party tonight where they'll light up the dance floor.
• Her smile could light up the darkest room.

verb past tense of the verb 'light', meaning to ignite or illuminate something

adjective describing the state of being illuminated or lit up

• The room was softly lighted by the chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
• She lighted up the room with fairy lights for the party.
• He lighted a cigarette and took a puff before starting the conversation.
• The teacher's passion for literature lighted a fire in the students' minds.

noun a source of illumination, especially electric light bulbs or lamps

verb to provide with light or lighting; illuminate

adjective having a considerable or sufficient amount of natural or artificial light; not dark

adverb in a way that produces light or brightness

• The lights in the auditorium dimmed as the performance began.
• Let's go check out the Christmas lights downtown.
• The party was lit with all the colorful lights and decorations.
• Her smile lit up the room like a beacon of light.

noun a unit of illumination equal to the amount of light given out through a solid angle by a source of one candela intensity radiating equally in all directions

• The luxurious hotel room was equipped with every modern amenity.
• I felt like a million bucks staying in that lux suite.
• That party was so lux, everyone was dressed to the nines.
• His wealth gave him the lux of being able to travel the world whenever he pleased.

noun a decorative wall bracket for holding candles or other lights

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• The sconce on the wall provided elegant lighting in the dining room.
• I love the sconce my mom put up in the living room, it really brightens up the space.
• Check out that cool sconce in the hallway, it's so hip.
• Her intelligence was like a sconce, illuminating every room she entered.

noun a state of being unlit

adjective describing something that is not illuminated or lit

• The unlit street was dark and eerie as I walked home.
• I couldn't see anything on the unlit path, it was so dark.
• I tripped and fell on the unlit sidewalk, it was pitch black.
• His unlit face showed no emotion as he listened to the bad news.

noun Aeolight is a noun referring to a type of wind instrument that produces sound by the action of the wind on a series of pipes.

adjective Aeolight can also be used as an adjective to describe something related to Aeolus, the Greek god of the winds.

• The aeolight technology has revolutionized the way we illuminate our outdoor spaces.
• I love how the aeolight fixtures make our backyard look so cozy at night.
• Check out these cool aeolight thingies that change colors with a remote!
• Her smile lit up the room like an aeolight, bringing warmth to everyone around her.

adjective describing something that is flickering or moving quickly and unsteadily

adverb in a flickering or unsteady manner

• The candlelight flickered in the dimly lit room.
• The fire was aflicker as we roasted marshmallows.
• The neon sign was aflicker, indicating the club was open.
• Her emotions were aflicker, unsure of what to feel.