alight Sentence Examples
- The fireflies alight upon the summer meadow, creating a mesmerizing display of twinkling lights.
- As the evening approached, the travelers were relieved to alight at the welcoming inn after a long journey.
- The bird gracefully chose to alight on the highest branch, surveying its surroundings with keen eyes.
- The sparklers alight with vibrant colors, illuminating the night sky during the festive celebration.
- The butterfly seemed to alight delicately on the blooming flowers, sipping nectar with its slender proboscis.
- The fairy lights alight on the patio created a warm and enchanting atmosphere for the evening gathering.
- The dragonflies alight on the water's surface, casting delicate ripples as they rest for a moment.
- The candles alight on the birthday cake flickered in the dark room, casting a soft glow on the celebration.
- The autumn leaves, ablaze with vibrant hues, alight on the ground, creating a picturesque carpet.
- The tired hiker was grateful to alight at the mountain peak, taking in the breathtaking panoramic view.
alight Meaning
alight (v)
to come to rest, settle
come down
alight (s)
lighted up by or as by fire or flame
alight (v. i.)
To spring down, get down, or descend, as from on horseback or from a carriage; to dismount.
To descend and settle, lodge, rest, or stop; as, a flying bird alights on a tree; snow alights on a roof.
To come or chance (upon).
alight (a.)
Lighted; lighted up; in a flame.
Synonyms & Antonyms of alight
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- highlighted
- spotlit
- spotlighted
- ignited
- kindled
- sunny
- sunlit
- floodlit
- floodlighted
- shiny
- moonlit
- sunshiny
Antonyms:
FAQs About the word alight
to come to rest, settle, come down, lighted up by or as by fire or flameTo spring down, get down, or descend, as from on horseback or from a carriage; to dismou
lit, illumined, bright, light,illuminated, lighted, ablaze, lightsome,brightened, highlighted
darkling, gloomy, sombre, pitch-dark, darkish, dusky, gloomy, unlit, darkened, somber
The fireflies alight upon the summer meadow, creating a mesmerizing display of twinkling lights.
As the evening approached, the travelers were relieved to alight at the welcoming inn after a long journey.
The bird gracefully chose to alight on the highest branch, surveying its surroundings with keen eyes.
The sparklers alight with vibrant colors, illuminating the night sky during the festive celebration.
