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Meaning of luminescence
The primary meaning of "luminescence" is the emission of light by a substance that is not resulting from heat.
Etymology of luminescence
The word "luminescence" has its roots in the Latin word "lumen," meaning light.
It originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the Latin "lumen" and the suffix "-escence," which forms nouns indicating a process or state.
Historically, the term was used to describe the phenomenon of emitting light without generating heat, distinguishing it from incandescence, which is light emitted due to heat.
Synonyms
glow
radiance
light
shine
sparkle
gleam
beam
glare
dazzle
luminosity
incandescence
fluorescence
phosphorescence
iridescence
brilliance
splendor
resplendence
effulgence
refulgence
coruscation
scintillation
twinkle
glitter
luster
sheen
brightness
radiosity
luminousness
incandescence
glowing
shining
beaming
sparkling
Definitions
- The definition of "luminescence" according to Oxford Languages is the emission of light by a substance that is not resulting from heat, typically as a result of a chemical reaction or electrical current.
- * It can also refer to the light emitted in this way.
Usage Examples
- The firefly's ability to produce luminescence is a unique feature that helps it attract mates.
- * The luminescence of the glowstick made it visible in the dark room.
- * The chemiluminescence reaction in the laboratory produced a bright, glowing effect.
Antonyms
darkness
gloom
gloominess
shadow
shade
blackness
obscurity
murk
murkiness
dimness
dullness
faintness
weakness
extinction
blackout
eclipse
umbra
penumbra
somberness
melancholy
dismalness
dreariness