acender, iluminar, iluminar-se
1. To turn on a light or cause something to become illuminated
She lit up the room with candles.
Ela iluminou a sala com velas.
2. To become bright or glow
His face lit up when he saw her.
O rosto dele se iluminou quando a viu.
3. To ignite a cigarette, cigar, or pipe
He lit up a cigarette after dinner.
Ele acendeu um cigarro depois do jantar.
4. To become animated or cheerful; to show happiness
Her eyes lit up with excitement.
Os olhos dela brilharam de alegria.
NYC Slang
fire up, spark up (for cigarettes/cigars)
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