Incandescent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɪn.kænˈdɛs.ənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Incandescent is an adjective meaning Emitting light as a result of being heated.
Meaning
Emitting light as a result of being heated.
More Meanings
- Shining very brightly.
- (figurative) Showing intense emotion, as of a performance, etc.
- Extremely angry; furious.
- An incandescent lamp or bulb.
Example Sentences
The incandescent performance enraptured the audience.
She is incandescent with rage because someone stole her wallet.
We will all go together when we go / All suffused with an incandescent glow
Compact fluorescents are typically rated at 7,500 to 10,000 hours, and incandescents at about 1,500 hours.
Word Forms
- incandescents
Synonyms for incandescent
Depending on context, synonyms include light, glorious, candent.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include candent, light, glorious, hot, aglow, volatile.
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