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Coruscation: meaning, definitions and examples

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coruscation

 

[ kɔːrə'skeɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

light reflection

Coruscation refers to a sparkling or glittering effect, often associated with light reflections. This phenomenon can be observed in various natural and artificial sources of light, creating a dazzling visual display. Coruscation is frequently described in contexts involving gems, water surfaces, and other shiny materials. It can also evoke a sense of vibrancy and liveliness in visual arts and literature.

Synonyms

glitter, scintillation, shine, sparkle, twinkle

Examples of usage

  • The coruscation of the sunlight on the water was mesmerizing.
  • Her jewelry exhibited a beautiful coruscation under the party lights.
  • The artist captured the coruscation of stars in his painting.

Translations

Translations of the word "coruscation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coruscância

🇮🇳 चमक

🇩🇪 Blitzstrahlung

🇮🇩 kilauan

🇺🇦 блиск

🇵🇱 iskrzenie

🇯🇵 閃光 (せんこう)

🇫🇷 coruscation

🇪🇸 coruscación

🇹🇷 parıldama

🇰🇷 번쩍임

🇸🇦 تألق

🇨🇿 iskření

🇸🇰 iskrenie

🇨🇳 闪光 (shǎnguāng)

🇸🇮 iskrica

🇮🇸 glans

🇰🇿 жарқындық

🇬🇪 ბრწყინვა

🇦🇿 parıldama

🇲🇽 destello

Word origin

The word coruscation comes from the Latin 'coruscationem', which is derived from the verb 'coruscare', meaning 'to flash or shine'. This Latin root combines elements that denote light and brilliance. The concept of coruscation has been present in various languages and cultures, often associated with the beauty and evanescence of light. In English literature, the term has been used to describe not just physical light phenomena but also metaphorically to illustrate ideas of clarity and brilliance in thought and creativity. Over time, coruscation has found its way into both scientific descriptions of light behavior and artistic expressions, highlighting the intersection of language with visual experience.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,492, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.