Lighted vs illuminated

Both 'lighted' and 'illuminated' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Lighted' is more commonly used in informal situations or when referring to the simple act of providing light, while 'illuminated' is often used in more formal or descriptive contexts.

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Lighted

The word 'lighted' is correct and commonly used, especially in informal contexts or when referring to the simple act of providing light.

It is used to describe the action of providing light or making something visible. 'Lighted' is often used in everyday language and informal settings.

Examples:

He lighted the candles on the table.
The room was dimly lighted by a small lamp.
The street was poorly lighted at night.
She lighted up the room with her smile.
The firelight lighted up the dark cave.

Alternatives:

lit
brightened
illuminated
lit up
shone

illuminated

The word 'illuminated' is correct and often used in more formal or descriptive contexts.

It is used to describe the action of lighting something up in a grand or impressive way, or to emphasize the brightness or clarity of something.

Examples:

The castle was beautifully illuminated at night.
The museum was illuminated with colorful lights for the event.
The book was illuminated with intricate illustrations.
The stage was illuminated with bright spotlights.
The city skyline was illuminated by the setting sun.

Alternatives:

lit up
brightened
lighted
shone
made bright

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