candle

The word “candle” has 2 syllables: can-dle

It's pronounced as /ˈkændəl/


What is synonym and antonym for candle?

In the thesaurus, “candle” has 21 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for candle along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for candle

  • arc lamp
  • arc light
  • candelabra
  • candelabrum
  • chandelier
  • flashbulb
  • flashlight
  • floodlight
  • fluorescent lamp
  • gaslight
  • headlight
  • incandescent lamp
  • lamp
  • lantern
  • light bulb
  • lighthouse
  • lighting
  • sconce
  • spotlight
  • streetlight
  • sun lamp

Meanings of candle

  • noun
    1. A light source consisting of a wick embedded in a solid, flammable substance such as wax, tallow, or paraffin.
    2. The protruding, removable portion of a filter, particularly a water filter.
    3. A unit of luminous intensity, now replaced by the SI unit candela.
    4. A fast-growing, light-colored, upward-growing shoot on a pine tree in the spring. As growth slows in summer, the shoot darkens and is no longer conspicuous.
  • verb
    1. To observe the growth of an embryo inside (an egg), using a bright light source.
    2. To dry greenware prior to beginning of the firing cycle, setting the kiln at 200° Celsius until all water is removed from the greenware.
    3. To check an item (such as an envelope) by holding it between a light source and the eye.

Example Sentences

  • She lit a candle to create a cozy atmosphere in the room.
  • The birthday cake was surrounded by a glowing candle for each year of her life.
  • We placed a candle on the table to brighten the dinner setting.
  • He gave her a beautifully scented candle as a gift.
  • The soft flicker of the candle helped calm her nerves during the storm.

On this page you'll find 21 synonyms or another words to candle, such as: arc lamp, arc light, candelabra, candelabrum, chandelier, flashbulb, flashlight.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

candelabra

candelabras

  • candles
  • chandeliers

candelabrum

  • arc lamp
  • arc light
  • candelabra
  • candle
  • chandelier
  • flashlight
  • floodlight
  • fluorescent lamp
  • headlight
  • incandescent lamp
  • lantern
  • light bulb
  • lighthouse
  • lighting
  • sconce

dark lantern

dark lanterns

  • arc lamps
  • arc lights
  • candelabrums
  • candles
  • chandeliers
  • floodlights
  • fluorescent lamps
  • gasoliers
  • girandoles
  • headlights
  • incandescent lamps
  • kleig lights
  • klieg lights
  • lanterns
  • light bulbs
  • sun lamps

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