What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unlighted
Example
The unlighted alley was dark and eerie. [unlighted: adjective]
Example
She left the unlighted room and went to turn on the lamp. [unlighted: adjective]
Example
He put the unlighted cigarette back in his pocket. [unlighted: adjective]
unlit
Example
The unlit street was difficult to navigate. [unlit: adjective]
Example
She turned on the lamp in the unlit room. [unlit: adjective]
Example
He held the unlit cigar in his mouth. [unlit: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unlit is more commonly used than unlighted in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unlighted and unlit?
Unlit is more formal than unlighted.
