What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
lights
Example
The lights in the room were too bright for my liking. [lights: noun]
Example
He forgot to turn off the lights before leaving the house. [lights: plural noun]
Example
The city lights looked beautiful from the top of the hill. [lights: noun]
illumination
Example
The illumination in the room was perfect for reading. [illumination: noun]
Example
The illumination of the stage made the performance even more captivating. [illumination: noun]
Example
The painting was displayed with proper illumination to bring out its colors. [illumination: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Lights is more common and versatile than illumination, and it is used in various contexts in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between lights and illumination?
Illumination is more formal and technical than lights, and it is typically used in academic or professional settings.
