Alight and Leaden

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Alight adjective - Filled with much light.

Usage example: we approached the clearing, alight with torches, and observed a reenactment of ancient rites by Druids

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Leaden is an antonym for alight.

Nearby Words: alighting, alighted

Leaden adjective - Causing weariness, restlessness, or lack of interest.

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Alight is an antonym for leaden.

Nearby Word: lead

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