Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a-trick-of-the-light
noun
ə ˈtrɪk əv ðə laɪt
Definition
An optical illusion caused by the interplay of light and shadow, which can make objects appear differently than they really are.
Examples
- The eerie glow in the woods was merely a trick of the light, not a ghost.
- What looked like a shiny object in the distance turned out to be just a trick of the light.
Meaning
This phrase refers to something that is not what it seems, often due to deceptive visuals or conditions. It suggests that perception can be misleading.
Synonyms
- optical illusion
- deception
- mirage
