Allumée (en. Lit)

/aly.me/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has been lit.
The light is on in the room.
La lumière est allumée dans la pièce.
Who is enthusiastic or excited.
She was very excited about the idea of going on a trip.
Elle était très allumée par l'idée de partir en voyage.
Refers to a person who is under the influence of drugs.
He is completely out of it after taking what he shouldn't have.
Il est complètement allumé après avoir pris ce qu'il ne fallait pas.

Etymology

From the verb 'to light' with the suffix -ed indicating a state.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be lit
To be in a cheerful or euphoric mood.
être allumé
to have the fire lit
To be energetic and fit.
avoir le feu allumé
to be a lit person
To be an eccentric or particularly lively person.
être une allumée

Related Words

to light
To ignite or illuminate.
allumer
light
Light radiation that makes things visible.
lumière
flame
The visible and burning aspect of combustion.
flamme

Slang Meanings

To be under the influence of intoxicating substances.
After the party, he was so lit that he struggled to walk.
Après la fête, il était tellement allumé qu'il avait du mal à marcher.
To have a very lively or exuberant personality.
She's a party animal, always ready to celebrate.
C'est une allumée, toujours prête à faire la fête.