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ALIGHTING

(adj.sat, verb, noun)
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There are 4 meanings of the word Alighting.

Alighting - as an adjective satellite

Lighted up by or as by fire or flame

Example: "Forests set ablaze (or afire) by lightning"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ablaze17afire8aflame11aflareon fire

Alighting - as a verb

To come to rest, settle

Example: "Misfortune lighted upon him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
light9perch12

Come down

Example: "The birds alighted"

Alighting - as a noun

The act of one who alights.

Example Sentences

"The birds were alighting on the branches of the trees."
"As the elevator reached the ground floor, the passengers started alighting one by one."
"The fireflies were alighting on the surface of the lake, creating a beautiful spectacle."
"The dragonfly hovered for a moment before alighting on the leaf."
"The children were excitedly alighting from the school bus at the end of the day."
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Word Game Points

Is ALIGHTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, alighting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ALIGHTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ALIGHTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, alighting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ALIGHTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ALIGHTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, alighting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ALIGHTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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