luminous
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for luminous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Giving off light; glowing.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Giving off light; glowing.
“The watch face is luminous in the dark.”
Opposites
2. adjective
Clear and easy to understand; strikingly lucid.
“Her essay offered a luminous account of the crisis.”
Opposites
How to use luminous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
luminous paint
luminous glow
luminous prose
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French lumineus, from Latin luminosus, "full of light."
Full origin of luminous →Frequently asked questions
What does “luminous” mean?
The word “luminous” means giving off light; glowing. In plain terms, glowing with light, or (of writing/explanation) unusually clear and illuminating.
How do you pronounce “luminous”?
“Luminous” is pronounced LOO-mih-nuhs (/ˈluːmɪnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “luminous” in a sentence?
Here is “luminous” used in a sentence: “The watch face is luminous in the dark.”
What part of speech is “luminous”?
“Luminous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “luminous” come from?
The word “luminous” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Middle French lumineus, from Latin luminosus, "full of light.".
Is “luminous” a common word?
“Luminous” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “luminous” have?
“Luminous” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: giving off light; glowing.
