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VIGIL LIGHT Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the phrase vigil light. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the phrase vigil light. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for VIGIL LIGHT

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candle
nounn
noun

• stick of wax with a wick in the middle

• the basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square centimeter of a black body radiating at the temperature of 2,046 degrees Kelvin

verb

• examine eggs for freshness by holding them against a light

candlestick
nounn
noun

• a holder with sockets for candles

flambeau
nounn
noun

• a flaming torch (such as are used in processions at night)

luminary
nounn
noun

• a celebrity who is an inspiration to others

taper
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a convex shape that narrows toward a point

• the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone)

• a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame

• stick of wax with a wick in the middle

verb

• diminish gradually

• give a point to

torch
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a light usually carried in the hand; consists of some flammable substance

• tall-stalked very woolly mullein with densely packed yellow flowers; ancient Greeks and Romans dipped the stalks in tallow for funeral torches

• a small portable battery-powered electric lamp

• a burner that mixes air and gas to produce a very hot flame

verb

• burn maliciously, as by arson

vigil candle
nounn
noun

• a candle lighted by a worshiper in a church

Best Hypernyms For VIGIL LIGHT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for vigil light, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (2)
candle taper
Phrases (1)
wax light

Alternatives for CANDLE

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