candle
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈkændl/
KK: /ˈkændl/
noun
Definition
A cylindrical object made of wax or tallow with a wick that burns to produce light.
Example
She lit a candle to create a warm atmosphere in the room.
Conversation
I love how cozy this room feels with the candle lit.
Right? It creates such a warm atmosphere.
Do you think we should light another candle for extra brightness?
Definitely! The more, the merrier!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
taper
light
wick
Antonyms
darkness
shadow
obscurity
transitive verb
Definition
A cylindrical stick of wax with a wick in the middle that is burned to produce light.
Example
She lit a candle to create a warm atmosphere in the room.
Tense Forms
Past: candle
Past Participle: candle
Conversation
Have you ever candle checked your eggs before cooking?
No, I haven't! How do you do that?
It's simple; you just hold the egg up to a bright light.
Root Explanation
Candle → The word 'candle' originates from the Latin 'candela' (meaning a light or torch), which is derived from 'candere' (meaning to shine or glow). A candle is thus an object that shines light.
Memory Tip
Think of the Latin word 'candela' meaning light, which helps you remember that a candle is something that provides light.
Visually Confused Words
chandler
canoodle
wandle
tandle
randle
pandle
handle
dandle