luminous — Producing or reflecting bright light; shining or glowing, especially in the dark. Can also describe something intellectually brilliant or inspiring.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Producing or reflecting bright light; shining or glowing, especially in the dark. Can also describe something intellectually brilliant or inspiring.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈluː.mɪ.nəs/
Example Sentences
- My glow-in-the-dark pajamas are so luminous that my roommate thinks I'm a ghost at 3 AM.
- The luminous face of his watch helped him find the bathroom in the dark.
- The luminous jellyfish in the aquarium looked like floating disco balls.
luminous
ADJECTIVE[/ˈluː.mɪ.nəs/]
Producing or reflecting bright light; shining or glowing, especially in the dark. Can also describe something intellectually brilliant or inspiring.
Producing or reflecting bright light; shining or glowing, especially in the dark. Can also describe something intellectually brilliant or inspiring.
The voluminous gown glows luminous and glamorous!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'lumen' meaning light or lamp. Ancient Romans used this word to describe the brightness of torches and oil lamps that illuminated their homes and streets.
Breakdown
lumin- (light) + -ous (adjective suffix meaning 'full of' or 'having the quality of')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My glow-in-the-dark pajamas are so luminous that my roommate thinks I'm a ghost at 3 AM.”
“The luminous face of his watch helped him find the bathroom in the dark.”
“The luminous jellyfish in the aquarium looked like floating disco balls.”
“Her luminous personality made everyone feel comfortable at the meeting.”
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