FLOODLIGHTING Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

floodlighting

verb

present participle of floodlight

as in lighting

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In recent court hearings, Abdulkarim’s reason for allegedly lighting the goods on fire has played a central role.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Meanwhile, a tripod model adds just the right amount of mood lighting to a living room.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of lighting

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Bowers dominated the Raiders’ defense in training camp, had success against a top Texans unit in their joint practice and is obviously the key to igniting the offense.

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
The index then roared back to life, igniting a blistering nine-week winning streak.

— Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of igniting

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This wildfire season was supercharged by heavy rains in January that spurred vegetation growth, which became kindling when the summer heat arrived.

— Sam McNeil, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026
Even minor parks or embers might be carried into leaves or grass, kindling a fire that can swiftly expand.

— CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026

Definition of kindling

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The duo's defiance paved the way for a resolution to condemn socialism, a key election-year messaging bill for the GOP that drew glaring defections among Democrats, many of whom were incensed at the turn of events.

— Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
Around his ankle is a heavy plastic GPS tracking device, with a red, LED status light glaring like a demonic eye.

— Philip Kennicott, Washington Post, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of glaring

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Another recent event brought members of TV’s current shining star into the Trekkie universe to put their spin on the same episode.

— Senior Television, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Profitability is really shining, with big beats on operating income and EPS in the fourth quarter.

— Jim Cramer, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of shining

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Inside the Teatro la Fenice, gilded Rococo interiors and lavish gold decor framed the film with glittering allure, adding a dramatic subtext to its rags-to-riches storyline.

— Caitlin White, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026
The lobby feels like a stately mansion, with hardwood floors, dual curved staircases, and glittering chandeliers.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of glittering

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