Alighted vs. Lighted
Alighted
Definition
Alighted is the past tense of the verb 'alight,' which means to descend from a form of transportation or to settle or land on a surface.
Lighted
Definition
Lighted is the past tense of the verb 'light,' which means to illuminate or to set something on fire. It can also refer to something that is illuminated.
Example
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The bird alighted gracefully on the branch.
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After a long journey, the passengers alighted from the train.
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The butterfly alighted softly on the flower.
Example
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The candles were lighted for the celebration.
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He lighted the fireplace to warm the room.
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The street was lighted by the soft glow of the lamps.
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