lambent
lambent · more lambent · most lambent
Brushing or flickering gently over a surfaceBrushing or flickering gently over a surface.
/ˈlæmbənt/
Meaning
3 sensesBrushing or flickering gently over a surface.
Glowing or luminous, but lacking heat.
The lambent glow of fireflies delighted the children.
(figuratively)Exhibiting lightness or brilliance of wit; clever or witty without unkindness.
We appreciated her lambent comments.
More definitions
- softly bright or radiant
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
From Latin lambēns, present participle of lambō (“lick”).From Latin lambēns, present participle of lambō (“lick”).
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Forms
more lambent, most lambent| Comparative | more lambent Lesson |
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| Superlative | most lambent Lesson |
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Synonyms
3 synonymsAntonyms
2 antonymsWord family
2 related wordsLessons for this word
2 lessons- A2Comparatives — Because it has a comparative form
- A2Superlatives — Because it has a superlative form