Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rainbow
noun
/ˈreɪn.boʊ/
Definition
A rainbow is a meteorological phenomenon that causes a spectrum of light to appear in the sky when sunlight is refracted, reflected, and dispersed through water droplets in the atmosphere.
Examples
- After the rain, a beautiful rainbow appeared over the valley.
- She painted a picture of a rainbow with vibrant colors.
- In many cultures, a rainbow is seen as a symbol of hope.
Meaning
A colorful arc that appears in the sky, often following a rain shower, consisting of the colors red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.
Synonyms
- arc
- spectrum
- color band
