Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diffractive
adjective
dɪˈfræktɪv
Definition
Relating to or produced by diffraction, which is the bending of light waves around obstacles or through openings.
Examples
- The diffractive pattern created by the slit experiment demonstrated the wave nature of light.
- Her research focused on diffractive optics to improve imaging systems.
- Diffractive techniques can lead to advancements in holography.
Meaning
Diffractive describes a phenomenon in physics where waves, such as light, spread out as they pass through narrow openings or around edges.
Synonyms
- diffractive optics
- wave-bending
- wave-dispersing
