Meaning oflight upin English

Verb

1. to illuminate something; make brighter
   The city lights will light up the night sky.
   Synonyms:

   illuminatebrightenenlightenglowshineradiateillumine
   Antonyms:

   darkendimextinguishobscureblackout
2. to start emitting light; become activated
   The firework is going to light up and explode in the air.
   Synonyms:

   illuminateglowshineturn onigniteactivatecome on
   Antonyms:

   go outextinguishdimdarkenturn off
3. to show increased activity; improve mood
   Her face will light up when she sees the surprise party.
   Synonyms:

   brighten upliven upperk upcheer uppick up
   Antonyms:

   dimdullsinkslumpdroop
4. to ignite a cigarette, etc.; start smoking
   He stopped to light up a cigarette during the break.
   Synonyms:

   fire upspark upignitestartsmoke
   Antonyms:

   extinguishput outstop smokingquitsnuff out
5. to become cheerful; experience joy (emotionally)
   The news of her engagement will light up her whole week.
   Synonyms:

   brighten upcheer upperk upliftglow
   Antonyms:

   darkensaddendepressdisheartendismay