Coruscated: meaning, definitions and examples
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coruscated
[ kəˈrʌs.keɪ.tɪd ]
light reflection
Coruscated refers to the act of flashing or sparkling. It is often used to describe the way light reflects off a surface, creating a dazzling effect. This term evokes imagery of brightness and liveliness, typically associated with light phenomena. For example, stars might coruscate in the night sky, giving a sense of trepidation and wonder.
Synonyms
glimmered, shimmered, sparkled
Examples of usage
- The diamonds on her necklace coruscated under the chandelier.
- As the sunlight hit the water, it coruscated beautifully.
- Fireflies coruscated in the garden, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.
Translations
Translations of the word "coruscated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 brilhante
🇮🇳 चमकना
🇩🇪 funkeln
🇮🇩 berkilau
🇺🇦 блищати
🇵🇱 błyszczeć
🇯🇵 きらめく
🇫🇷 scintiller
🇪🇸 destellar
🇹🇷 parıldamak
🇰🇷 빛나다
🇸🇦 يتلألأ
🇨🇿 zářit
🇸🇰 žariť
🇨🇳 闪耀
🇸🇮 sijati
🇮🇸 glitra
🇰🇿 жарқырау
🇬🇪 ბრწყინავს
🇦🇿 parıldamaq
🇲🇽 destellar
Word origin
The word 'coruscated' originates from the Latin 'coruscare', which means 'to flash or shimmer'. This term is related to the Latin word 'coruscus', meaning 'flashing' or 'quivering'. It made its way into English in the early 17th century, capturing the essence of light and brightness. The usage of this term has remained relatively niche, often found in poetic or descriptive contexts, emphasizing the beauty and dynamic quality of light. Over time, it has been embraced in literature and the arts to convey vivid imagery. In contemporary English, while still not commonly used in everyday conversation, it appears in descriptions of both physical phenomena and metaphorical expressions, maintaining a sense of elegance and sophistication.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,652, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.