Meaning of light up in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Verb

   light up

   Definitions

   1. start to burn with a bright flame

   Examples

   • « The coal in the BBQ grill finally lit up »
2. 2. make lighter or brighter

   Examples

   • « This lamp lightens the room a bit »
3. 3. become clear

   Examples

   • « The sky cleared after the storm »

   Antonyms

   • overcast
   • cloud
4. 4. ignite

   Examples

   • « The sky lit up quickly above the raging volcano »
5. 5. begin to smoke

   Examples

   • « After the meal, some of the diners lit up »