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 Lenae aims to build on Bird’s Eye’s ethos of expansion, pushing further into an airy, lambent sound. — Stephen Kearse, Pitchfork, 7 Aug. 2026 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

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lambent

Adjective

Healing Turmeric brings a luminous yellow-orange to the group.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
The lightweight, slightly milky formula sank into my skin quickly without feeling sticky or heavy, leaving behind a luminous finish that made my complexion look fresher almost immediately.

— Lucy Partington, Glamour, 7 Oct. 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

Adjective

After preparing the skin with Charlotte’s Magic Serum Crystal Elixir and Magic Cream, Giannetos created a glowing base using Airbrush Flawless Foundation, Airbrush Flawless Blur Concealer, and the Hollywood Contour Wand.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026
Lumbering wooden doors are pivoted open to reveal the breezy hotel lobby and create a view with layers of water, first the still ornamental pools, then the main central pool and finally the glowing Caribbean sea.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of glowing

Adjective

Smith turned two short catches into dazzling scores, and Sayin connected with tight ends Nate Roberts and Mason Williams for TDs as the Buckeyes (5-1, 3-0 Big Ten) opened a 31-10 halftime lead despite some sloppy moments.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2026
The lime-green boots shine vividly against the dazzling white snow.

— Helen Regan, CNN Money, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of dazzling

Adjective

Coco & Eve’s face tanning mist offers a way to achieve a natural, radiant glow entirely on her own terms, without sun exposure, tanning beds, or heavy makeup.

— Ethan Stone October 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026
At this level of wealth, residents may expect not just radiant-floor heating but also a degree of insulation from the ugliness of daily life.

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of radiant

Adjective

Le is particularly fond of the store’s Thai green bananas, which remain bright green even when fully ripe and develop an intensely sweet flavor.

— Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2026
Leaning into its history, Kessler has outfitted the hotel with installations that channel the Jurassic period, including life size dinosaur skeletons and fossils, backlit in a range of bright colors, displayed throughout the walls.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of bright

Adjective

The tower’s shimmering façade and setback terraces may draw the eye upward, but its elegance is rooted in a flower found in the local landscape.

— Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026
That same shimmering quality was further accentuated by Madison’s glittering jewelry pieces and accessories.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of shimmering

Adjective

Roan’s socks were in the same shade of burgundy and paired well with her similarly shiny black pumps with a spiked heel.

— Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 11 Oct. 2026
That may be the name of her next album, but Venus’ insane popularity also speaks to the way Metropia is moving forward, constantly looking for the next shiny thing.

— Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of shiny

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