MEANING
Illuminated by starlight, especially when the surroundings are otherwise dark.
Use it for
Describe a scene lit by stars.Specifies the source of night illumination and can set a quiet, open mood.
Words that belong together
- starlit sky
- starlit night
- starlit path
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They crossed the starlit field without speaking.
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- starlit
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Usage notes
Usually describes a night scene lit by stars; it does not imply bright moonlight.
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