ray of light
Definition
Noun A narrow beam of light, typically one that appears to radiate from a bright source. It often refers to a visible line or column of light, such as sunlight breaking through clouds or light from a lamp or beacon.
Usage
The phrase "ray of light" is used to describe a physical beam of light. It is a countable noun. * A single ray of light pierced the darkness of the cave. * The morning sun sent rays of light through the window.
Advanced Usage
- Figurative Meaning (Hope or Inspiration): Very commonly, "ray of light" is used metaphorically to signify a small sign of hope, comfort, or positivity in a difficult or dark situation.
- The good news from the doctor was a ray of light during a very worrying time.
- Her kindness was the only ray of light in his otherwise gloomy day.
Variants and Related Words
- Ray (noun): The core component, meaning a narrow beam of light or radiation.
- The sun's rays warmed the sand.
- Sunbeam (noun): A ray of sunlight.
- The cat slept in the sunbeam on the floor.
- Shaft of light (noun phrase): A near-synonym, often implying a more solid, defined column of light.
- A shaft of light fell from the high window.
Synonyms
- Beam of light
- Shaft of light
- Sunbeam (specifically for sunlight)
Idioms and Phrases
- A ray of sunshine: An idiom very similar to the figurative use of "ray of light," describing a person or thing that brings cheerfulness and happiness.
- Her optimistic daughter is a real ray of sunshine.
Noun
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a column of light (as from a beacon)
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