Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

candescent

Adjective

/ˈkændəsənt/

Definition

Glowing with a warm light; shining due to intense heat.

Examples

The candescent glow of the fire warmed the entire room.
As the metal was heated, it became increasingly candescent, illuminating the workshop.
She could see the candescent sun setting over the horizon, casting a warm light on the surrounding landscape.

Meaning

The term ‘candescent’ refers to something that emits light as a result of being heated to a high temperature. It often pertains to the glow of incandescent objects such as hot metal or light bulbs.