chandelier

noun

chan·​de·​lier ˌshan-də-ˈlir 

: a branched often ornate lighting fixture suspended from a ceiling

chandeliered

ˌshan-də-ˈlird 

adjective

Illustration of chandelier

Examples of chandelier in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Rooms The rooms vary in size and decor, but each one is true to the property's aesthetic, featuring pretty pastels, sumptuous bedding, soaring ceilings, and sparkling chandeliers. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

Lined with vintage and contemporary titles curated by a local bookseller, the space combines olive leather sofas, antler chandeliers, and warm Southern design to create an inviting retreat made for lingering over a good read. — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 July 2026

In the latter, the Murano glass Narciso chandeliers were restored to their original condition. — Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

So, make sure to add lamps and chandeliers to your shopping list. — The Spruce, 12 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French, going back to Old French, going back to Vulgar Latin *candēlārium, formed by substitution of the suffix -ārium -ary entry 1 from Latin candēlābrum candelabrum

First Known Use

1736, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for chandelier

• auctioneer
• bandelier
• belvedere
• bombardier
• brigadier
• buccaneer
• cavalier
• chanticleer
• chevalier
• commandeer
• disappear
• engineer

Kids Definition

chandelier

noun

chan·​de·​lier ˌshan-də-ˈli(ə)r 

: a branched lighting fixture usually hanging from a ceiling