LAMBENT Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

lambent

adjective

ˈlam-bənt

Definition of lambent

as in luminous

giving off or reflecting much light the lambent flames from our campfire cast a comforting glow

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Recent Examples of lambent Carley young and bold, her large, lambent eyes lined with black, her dark hair still lush and animal-thick, her full lips set in an expression of stubborn will. — Mary Gaitskill, New Yorker, 22 Feb. 2026 One night, the living room will be suffused with a soft lavender glow; the next a bold yolk-yellow or a lambent hot pink. — Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2024 Finally, a razor-sharp line appeared ahead of us where the lambent sea ended and blackness began. — Sam Keck Scott, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 June 2022 Rich and round with lambent acidity and a hint of orange citrics. — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 22 May 2022

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Adjective

While not a new concept, this K-beauty term for clear, poreless, luminous, and seemingly transparent skin continues to be the gold standard for beauty editors and, well, everyone else.

— Sarah Han, Allure, 6 July 2026
In person, Monaghan has that same easy warmth and luminous glow.

— Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 2 July 2026

Definition of luminous

Adjective

At a time of so much partisanship in Congress, especially related to health care, breakthrough legislation is a shining example of how commonsense policies that support patient care and innovation can achieve broad support.

— Josh Makower, STAT, 16 Mar. 2026
Those memories will remain some of the most shining and unforgettable moments of my life.

— Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026

Definition of shining

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Molière’s irresistible comedy of trickery and mayhem is a dazzling new adaptation by Bill Irwin and Mark O’Donnell — reimagined for today’s audiences with fresh American flair and nonstop physical comedy, according to a news release.

— News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2026
The Panthers in question are former coach Ron Rivera, who is the team’s winningest head coach of all time, and Luke Kuechly, the dazzling linebacker who will be inducted into the NFL’s hall of fame himself in one month.

— Scott Fowler July 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026

Definition of dazzling

Adjective

As the radiant Sun spotlights your 2nd House of Resources, authoritative Saturn in your 11th House of Friends squares it, pressing you to define fair participation.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2026
Night Light® is a handsome, compact variety, producing radiant golden foliage that takes on bronze and chartreuse hues in winter.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

Definition of radiant

Adjective

The White Sox are winning, and the future is suddenly bright.

— Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 12 July 2026
The bright and airy Hotel San Luis Obispo (Hotel SLO,) which calls itself a modern urban resort, boasts The Ox and Anchor restaurant which has earned a Michelin Key.

— Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of bright

Adjective

For her glam, the 29-year-old actress stunned in rosy makeup, sharp eyebrows, and a shimmering lip.

— Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 2 July 2026
Many of the pieces in the house were created by Jeff’s sister, Pam Goldblum, and her husband, Jeff Kaisershot, including a massive Gainsborough-esque painting of a fine lady that commands the stairwell beside a shimmering Murano glass chandelier.

— Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026

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