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The light from the lamp helped me read.
What does Light mean?
Light can mean brightness or not heavy.
Dictionary definition
Brightness that lets people see; also not heavy, or to make something bright.
Example sentences
Light in a sentence
medium
This bag is light enough to carry.
hard
Plants need light to grow and make food.
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Practice 1
What does light mean?
The correct answer matches the meaning of light.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to light?
Brightness is close in meaning to light.
Practice 3
Which word is an opposite or strong contrast for light?
Dark contrasts with light.
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WordLight.
Partnoun, adjective, verb.
MeaningLight means Light can mean brightness or not heavy.
ExampleExample: The light from the lamp helped me read.
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Word family
Light word family
Base word
light
noun
light
Base form.
adjective
lighter
More light in weight, color, or brightness.
adjective
lightest
Most light.
adverb
lightly
In a gentle or light way.
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Hint for students
Light can mean brightness or not heavy.
Common mix-up
Light does not always mean brightness. In some sentences, it means not heavy.
Try it in class or at home
Write two short sentences that use light in different ways. Underline the clue words that show which meaning is being used. Example: This bag is light enough to carry. Clue words: bag, enough, carry. Ask: Which meaning of light does my sentence show?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to compare meanings of light in this model sentence: "This bag is light enough to carry." Which meaning fits, and what context clues prove it?
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