Synonyms & related words for sconce

Find synonyms, related words, and the definition of sconce — including chandelier, candelabrum, candlestand, girandole, candlestick, vallation. Dendril is a free visual thesaurus that shows them on an interactive map where stronger matches sit closer to the center — no signup, no ads.

Words related to sconce

Explore words related to sconce — words associated with it, words that go with it, and its nearest matches in meaning. Related words include electrolier, candelabra, lamp, lampshade, torchier, nightlight, droplight, candle. Click any word to make it the center of the map and keep exploring the web of connections.

Synonyms for sconce

Common synonyms for sconce include chandelier, candelabrum, candlestand, girandole, candlestick, vallation — words that share a close meaning. Hover or tap any word on the map for its definition and part of speech.

Where does sconce come from?

The word sconce breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root sconce, from Latin absconsa (“hidden (lantern); wall bracket for candle”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.