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lambent

 

[ ˈlæmbənt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

light description

Lambent refers to a soft, flickering light that glows or shines gently. It often describes the way light dances on the surface of an object or the halo effect around a flame. The term can also evoke a sense of warmth and gentleness in illumination. It is commonly used in literary contexts to create vivid imagery and can also describe qualities that are subtle and enchanting.

Synonyms

glimmering, glowing, radiant, shimmering

Examples of usage

  • The lambent flames in the fireplace cast a cozy glow across the room.
  • Her lambent smile illuminated the entire gathering.
  • The lambent light of dawn slowly enveloped the horizon.

Translations

Translations of the word "lambent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 brilhante

🇮🇳 चमकदार

🇩🇪 schimmernd

🇮🇩 berkilau

🇺🇦 мерехтливий

🇵🇱 migoczący

🇯🇵 輝く (かがやく)

🇫🇷 luisant

🇪🇸 brillante

🇹🇷 parlayan

🇰🇷 빛나는

🇸🇦 متلألئ

🇨🇿 zářící

🇸🇰 žiarivý

🇨🇳 闪耀的

🇸🇮 svetleč

🇮🇸 gljáandi

🇰🇿 жарқыраған

🇬🇪 ბრწყინვალე

🇦🇿 parlaq

🇲🇽 brillante

Etymology

The word 'lambent' comes from the Latin 'lambere' which means 'to lick'. It was originally used to describe the way light flickers or dances like a flame. The term entered the English language in the early 17th century and was often associated with gentle, flickering light. Over time, its usage expanded to encompass not only the description of light but also to denote a quality of warmth or gentleness in behavior and expression. In literature, 'lambent' has been utilized to create vivid and poetic imagery, enhancing the emotional resonance of descriptive passages. This historical context underlines the word's connection to both visual and emotional elements.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,261 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.