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luminescence

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Luminescence (noun) means Light given off by something for a reason other than heat.

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Light given off by something for a reason other than heat.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

glow

Related words

light burn shine beam flame glow flush brightness

Rhymes for luminescence

hence fence whence thence Spence valence absence science silence defence essence ambience

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What is the meaning of luminescence?

"luminescence" (noun) means light given off by something for a reason other than heat.

What is another word for luminescence?

Other words for "luminescence" include glow.

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