Alight

/əˈlaɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To descend from the air and settle on the ground.

The bird will alight on the branch after catching its breath.

To come down, land, or dismount from a mode of transport.

We saw the passengers alight from the train at the station.

adjective

On fire; burning.

The campfire was alight with brightly flickering flames.

Illuminated; lit up.

The city was alight with lights during the festival.

Middle English 'alighten', from 'a-' + 'light'.

alight on

To settle on or come to rest on.

alight with

To be bright or shining with excitement or emotion.

light

To illuminate or provide brightness.

ignite

To set on fire or cause to burn.

To be in a good state or condition.

That party was alight!

To look good or attractive.

You look alight in that outfit!