Lightning
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The occurrence of a natural electrical discharge of very short duration and high voltage between a cloud and the ground or within clouds. It is typically accompanied by thunder.
“The lightning illuminated the night sky for a brief moment during the intense thunderstorm.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈlaɪt.nɪŋ/
Syllables
light·ning
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Wordle
Contains double 'N' and 'LIGHT' root; silent 'GH' combination
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Scrabble
Worth 14 points; good for common letter patterns and weather terminology
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