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uplighting

uplighting

5.0
Light that shines upward to make walls or buildings look attractive
  • noun
  • /ˈʌplaɪtɪŋ/
translation icon : iluminación ascendente
  • They used uplighting to highlight the artwork on the walls.
  • uplighting and path lighting

Examples

  • Using uplighting can transform a simple room into an inviting atmosphere by highlighting the ceiling and walls.

  • They installed uplighting at the base of the columns to highlight the building's architecture.

  • The wedding planner recommended uplighting to enhance the ambiance of the reception hall.

  • Modern hotels often use colored uplighting to create a stylish atmosphere in their lobbies.

  • The room was beautifully decorated with uplighting.

  • The uplighting around the garden path created a beautiful glow that guided visitors to the entrance.

  • For the wedding reception, the planner emphasized uplighting to accentuate the elegant architectural features of the venue.

Synonyms

lighting
vsuplighting
207 3.1

The way artificial light is placed and used in a room or on stage to create an effect

is a specific upward method focused on walls and ceilings for decoration
illumination
vsuplighting
1 4.2

Bright lights that decorate a place to make it look festive

is aimed upward to highlight architectural features rather than general festive brightness
indirect lighting
vsuplighting
1 4.4

Light from a hidden source that reflects off ceilings and walls to make a soft, even glow

is about visible upward beams aimed at features for decorative effect

How Dramatic

stage effect
  • Specialized
3.8
spotlight
49 2.9
uplighting
5.0
illumination
1 4.2
lighting
207 3.1

Surface Forms

uplighting singular
uplightings plural

Morphology

uplighting = lighting (transparent) = up + light

The meaning is directly derived from adding 'up' (indicating upward direction) to 'lighting', so learners can infer 'lighting directed upwards'.

Etymology

Uplighting is made from the parts up and lighting, and it means 'light that goes up'. So, picture lights on the floor shining upward to highlight a wall or column, which is why uplighting is used to decorate rooms and buildings.