color temperature
noun
: the temperature at which a blackbody emits radiant energy competent to evoke a color the same as that evoked by radiant energy from a given source (such as a lamp)
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And look at the number of kelvins to gauge a bulb’s color temperature.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
When shopping for bulbs, check the packaging for the color temperature.
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Natasha Bazika,
Martha Stewart,
14 June 2026
Most devices also come with the option to adjust color temperature.
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Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
12 June 2026
Brighten up a dark entryway or add a warm glow to your bedroom with multiple brightness settings and a variety of color temperatures to get the ambiance just right.
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Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
When shopping for bulbs, check the packaging for the color temperature.
—
Natasha Bazika,
Martha Stewart,
14 June 2026
Most devices also come with the option to adjust color temperature.
—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
12 June 2026
Brighten up a dark entryway or add a warm glow to your bedroom with multiple brightness settings and a variety of color temperatures to get the ambiance just right.
—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for color temperature
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“Color temperature.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/color%20temperature. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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