candlelight

noun

can·​dle·​light ˈkan-dᵊl-ˌ(l)īt 

1

a

: the light of a candle

b

: a soft artificial light

2

: the time for lighting candles : twilight

Synonyms

• black
• blackness
• dark
• darkness
• dusk
• gloaming
• gloom
• murk
• night
• semidarkness
• shade
• shadows
• twilight
• umbra

Examples of candlelight in a Sentence

at candlelight carolers would gather in the village green before beginning their stroll

Recent Examples on the Web

The soft Caribbean light plays tricks to add angles and shapes at different hours of the day; at night, the property takes on an otherworldly vibe by candlelight in the 45-foot, triple-height lobby, with its smooth travertine floors and inviting pool table. —Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2025

Finally, indulge in authentic Mexican cuisine by candlelight at 1826 Restaurant. —Essence, 29 Jan. 2025

Hygge is usually associated with sipping cups of mulled wine by candlelight or enjoying a book while you’re wrapped in a soft knit blanket. —Chloe Berge, AFAR Media, 24 Jan. 2025

Ivanka was present at many of the event inauguration events, including a candlelight dinner on the eve of the ceremony, where she was commended for her sartorial choices. —Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

candlelight

noun

can·​dle·​light ˈkan-dᵊl-ˌ(l)īt 

1

: the light of a candle

2

: soft artificial light

candlelit

-dᵊl-ˌ(l)it

adjective