lit up

adjective

Examples of lit up in a Sentence

he finally wandered in at 3:00 a.m., obviously lit up
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
The novel lit up BookTok and book clubs this year for the story’s almost too intense emotions. Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 11 Nov. 2025 From red carpets to concert stages, Black excellence was on full display this week as stars lit up major events from across the country. Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Nov. 2025 After the screening, the Mariachi Estrella de América performed on stage a setlist of Juan Gabriel’s hits, followed by a fireworks display that lit up every corner of the square, honoring the life, talent, and music of the Mexican singer-songwriter. Natalia Cano, Billboard, 9 Nov. 2025 Like, the whole cockpit was lit up — lights, sirens. Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lit up

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lit up was in 1907

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Lit up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lit%20up. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on lit up

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!