Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incandescent
Adjective
/ˌɪn.kənˈdɛs.ənt/
Definition
Emitting or reflecting light as a result of being heated; glowing with heat.
Examples
- The incandescent bulb brightened the entire room.
- She had an incandescent smile that lit up the space around her.
- The incandescent lava flowed slowly from the volcano.
Meaning
The term ‘incandescent’ refers to the phenomenon of producing light by heating an object until it glows. It also describes a strong, passionate emotion or intensity.
Synonyms
- Glow
- Radiant
- Brilliant
- Shining
