Brighton

American  

[brahyt-n] / ˈbraɪt n /

noun

1. a city in East Sussex, in SE England: seashore resort.

2. a city near Melbourne in S Victoria, in SE Australia.

3. a town in central Colorado.

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Brighton British  

/ ˈbraɪtən /

noun

1. a coastal resort in S England, in Brighton and Hove unitary authority, East Sussex: patronized by the Prince Regent, who had the Royal Pavilion built (1782); seat of the University of Sussex (1966) and the University of Brighton (1992). Pop: 134 293 (2001)

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Example Sentences

“As the court considers remedies, the focus must be on restoring competition, increasing transparency, and ensuring fans have real choice,” Brighton said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

In “Pinball Wizard,” the Who’s Roger Daltrey sings: “Ever since I was a young boy, I’ve played the silver ball / From Soho down to Brighton, I must’ve played ’em all.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Dustin Brighton, director of government affairs for the Coalition for Ticket Fairness, agreed that while the verdict is a landmark moment for fans, “it’s not the end of the road.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

The couple had chosen Brighton for their legal ceremony so George's grandparents could attend, having missed the main wedding in France.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

“Man of the law . . . met in Brighton . . . are you Judge Quinzy? Yes, of course you are! Forgive me, your honor! I meant no insult, I swear!”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood