Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

underlit

adjective

/ˌʌndərˈlɪt/

Definition

Illuminated from below.

Examples

The stage was dramatically underlit for the performance, creating an eerie atmosphere.
She loved how her garden looked underlit during the evening, with shadows dancing across the paths.

Meaning

When something is underlit, it is lit by a light source that is positioned beneath it, creating a certain mood or effect, often emphasizing shadows and shapes.