Synonyms of light up

Verb

1. light up, erupt, ignite, catch fire, take fire, combust, conflagrate

usage: start to burn with a bright flame; "The coal in the BBQ grill finally lit up"

2. light, illume, illumine, light up, illuminate, lighten, lighten up

usage: make lighter or brighter; "This lamp lightens the room a bit"

3. clear up, clear, light up, brighten

usage: become clear; "The sky cleared after the storm"

4. light up, ignite, light

usage: ignite; "The sky lit up quickly above the raging volcano"

5. light up, fire up, light, ignite, light

usage: begin to smoke; "After the meal, some of the diners lit up"