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lamplight

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈlæmplʌɪt/

KK: /ˈlæmplʌɪt/

noun
Definition

The light that comes from a lamp.


Example

The room was filled with a warm lamplight, creating a cozy atmosphere.


Conversation
Sloth A
I love how cozy it feels in the room with the lamplight.
Sloth B
Yeah, it really creates a warm atmosphere, doesn't it?
Sloth A
Definitely! It’s perfect for reading a book at night.
Sloth B
I agree, I always enjoy relaxing under that soft lamplight.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
illumination
glow
radiance
Antonyms
darkness
shadow
gloom
Root Explanation

Lamplight → It is formed from "lamp" (from Old English *leamp*, meaning a device that produces light) and "light" (from Old English *leoht*, meaning illumination). The word "lamplight" refers to the light produced by a lamp.

Memory Tip

Think of a device that produces light ('lamp') combined with the concept of illumination ('light') — that's how lamplight means the light from a lamp.

Visually Confused Words
plight
alight
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