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- pronunciation:
- In
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In
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
giving off light as a result of heating.
They are replacing their incandescent light bulbs with fluorescent bulbs as an energy-saving measure. |
definition 2: |
very bright or glowing.
They were momentarily blinded by the incandescent explosion.- similar words:
- bright
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definition 3: |
marked by brilliance or great passion that seems to glow.
Everyone was drawn to her incandescent wit.The speaker was incandescent with rage and the crowd was getting fired up. |
related words: |
ablaze, light, radiant |
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derivation: |
incandescently (adv.) |
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