Meaning of light up in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  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 »

    Derived terms

  3. 3. become clear

    Examples

    • « The sky cleared after the storm »

    Antonyms

  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 »

    Derived terms

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