ALL meanings of see the light
see the light
S s - noun see the light something that makes things visible or affords illumination: All colors depend on light. 1
- noun see the light Physics. Also called luminous energy, radiant energy. electromagnetic radiation to which the organs of sight react, ranging in wavelength from about 400 to 700 nm and propagated at a speed of 186,282 mi./sec (299,972 km/sec), considered variously as a wave, corpuscular, or quantum phenomenon. a similar form of radiant energy that does not affect the retina, as ultraviolet or infrared rays. 1
- noun see the light the sensation produced by stimulation of the organs of sight. 1
- noun see the light an illuminating agent or source, as the sun, a lamp, or a beacon. 1
- noun see the light the radiance or illumination from a particular source: the light of a candle. 1
- noun see the light the illumination from the sun; daylight: We awoke at the first light. 1
- noun see the light daybreak or dawn: when light appeared in the east. 1
- noun see the light daytime: Summer has more hours of light. 1
- noun see the light a particular light or illumination in which an object seen takes on a certain appearance: viewing the portrait in dim light. 1
- noun see the light a device for or means of igniting, as a spark, flame, or match: Could you give me a light? 1
- noun see the light a traffic light: Don't cross till the light changes. 1
- noun see the light the aspect in which a thing appears or is regarded: Try to look at the situation in a more cheerful light. 1
- noun see the light the state of being visible, exposed to view, or revealed to public notice or knowledge; limelight: Stardom has placed her in the light. 1
- noun see the light a person who is an outstanding leader, celebrity, or example; luminary: He became one of the leading lights of Restoration drama. 1
- noun see the light Art. the effect of light falling on an object or scene as represented in a picture. one of the brightest parts of a picture. 1
- noun see the light a gleam or sparkle, as in the eyes. 1
- noun see the light a measure or supply of light; illumination: The wall cuts off our light. 1
- noun see the light spiritual illumination or awareness; enlightenment. 1
- noun see the light Architecture. Also called day. one compartment of a window or window sash. a window, especially a small one. 1
- noun see the light mental insight; understanding. 1
- noun see the light lights, the information, ideas, or mental capacities possessed: to act according to one's lights. 1
- noun see the light a lighthouse. 1
- noun see the light Archaic. the eyesight. 1
- adjective see the light having light or illumination; bright; well-lighted: the lightest room in the entire house. 1
- adjective see the light pale, whitish, or not deep or dark in color: a light blue. 1
- adjective see the light (of coffee or tea) containing enough milk or cream to produce a light color. 1
- verb with object see the light to set burning, as a candle, lamp, fire, match, or cigarette; kindle; ignite. 1
- verb with object see the light to turn or switch on (an electric light): One flick of the master switch lights all the lamps in the room. 1
- verb with object see the light to give light to; furnish with light or illumination: The room is lighted by two large chandeliers. 1
- verb with object see the light to make (an area or object) bright with or as if with light (often followed by up): Hundreds of candles lighted up the ballroom. 1
- verb with object see the light to cause (the face, surroundings, etc.) to brighten, especially with joy, animation, or the like (often followed by up): A smile lit up her face. Her presence lighted up the room. 1
- verb with object see the light to guide or conduct with a light: a candle to light you to bed. 1
- verb without object see the light to take fire or become kindled: The damp wood refused to light. 1
- verb without object see the light to ignite a cigar, cigarette, or pipe for purposes of smoking (usually followed by up): He took out a pipe and lighted up before speaking. 1
- verb without object see the light to become illuminated when switched on: This table lamp won't light. 1
- verb without object see the light to become bright, as with light or color (often followed by up): The sky lights up at sunset. 1
- verb without object see the light to brighten with animation or joy, as the face or eyes (often followed by up). 1
- idioms see the light bring to light, to discover or reveal: The excavations brought to light the remnants of an ancient civilization. 1
- idioms see the light come to light, to be discovered or revealed: Some previously undiscovered letters have lately come to light. 1
- idioms see the light hide one's light under a bushel, to conceal or suppress one's talents or successes. 1
- idioms see the light in a good / bad light, under favorable (or unfavorable) circumstances: She worshiped him, but then she'd only seen him in a good light. 1
- idioms see the light in (the) light of, taking into account; because of; considering: It was necessary to review the decision in the light of recent developments. 1
- idioms see the light light at the end of the tunnel, a prospect of success, relief, or redemption: We haven't solved the problem yet, but we're beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel. 1
- idioms see the light see the light, to come into existence or being. to be made public. to begin to accept or understand a point of view one formerly opposed: Her father was opposed to her attending an out-of-town college, but he finally saw the light. 1
- idioms see the light shed / throw light on, to clarify; clear up: His deathbed confession threw light on a mystery of long standing. 1
- verbal expression see the light understand 1
- noun see the light to gain sudden insight into or understanding of something 0
- noun see the light to experience a religious conversion 0
- noun see the light to come into being 0
- noun see the light to come to public notice 0