lighting
- 01 B1 Intermediate
the lamps and equipment used to provide light in a room, building, or street.
the apparatus for providing artificial light; the arrangement or style of light in a particular space.
Simple“The warm lighting in the restaurant made the atmosphere feel very cozy.”
In context“The architect insisted on recessed lighting to maintain the minimalist aesthetic of the gallery while ensuring the sculptures were properly highlighted.”
UsageOften used uncountably to describe the general system of lights.
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
the way light is used in a photograph, film, or play to create a mood.
the deliberate use and manipulation of light sources to achieve a specific aesthetic or emotional effect in visual media.
Simple“The movie used dark lighting to make the scene feel scary.”
In context“The director of photography opted for high-contrast lighting to evoke the moody atmosphere of classic film noir.”
UsageCommonly used in technical discussions about cinematography or stage design.
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
the act of starting a fire or turning on a light.
the action of igniting a flame or activating an illumination source.
Simple“The lighting of the Olympic torch is a famous part of the ceremony.”
In context“The lighting of the beacons across the hills served as a traditional signal that the celebrations had officially commenced.”
UsageUsually functions as a verbal noun.
SynonymsignitionkindlingAntonymsextinguishing
Usage lighting design
“Teachers and parents are asking for basic improvements: solar panels for lighting, a mobile health clinic, school meals and enough desks for pupils.”
“The problem, of course, is that this newfound speed arrived in a world whose lighting technology had not quite caught up with the idea of vehicles moving at more than a brisk trot.”
From light + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.