Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
emissive
Adjective
/ɪˈmɪsɪv/
Definition
Relating to the emission of something, especially light or energy.
Examples
- The emissive qualities of the LED lights make them energy-efficient.
- In thermodynamics, emissive surfaces play a crucial role in heat transfer.
- The artist used emissive pigments that glowed under ultraviolet light.
Meaning
Emissive describes the property of a material or object that emits energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation, particularly in the visible spectrum.
Synonyms
- Radiative
- Emitting
- Outputting
