lambent

adjective

ˈlam-bənt How to pronounce lambent (audio)
Definition of lambentnext
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lambent
  1. luminous
  2. shining
  3. glowing
  4. dazzling
  5. radiant
  6. bright
  7. shimmering
  8. shiny
Adjective
  • The capri-adjacent shorts were cut in midweight washed viscose with a textured handfeel and luminous sheen, and are finished with side cargo pockets and dual back pockets.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
  • So although there are fewer meteors an hour during this shower, the luminous nature of the ones that do fall makes up for it.
    — Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 20 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
Adjective
  • Everyone looks glowing and glamorous, despite sticking generally to a dutiful antiquities theme.
    — Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • Kubrick’s film is more thematically than overtly connected to the Odyssey; the most obvious analogue being HAL 9000, whose single glowing red camera eye evokes the Cyclops Polyphemus.
    — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 18 July 2026
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • Katy Perry dons a dazzling tie as part of her ensemble while performing in Malta on July 22.
    — People Staff, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026
  • Its dazzling design, inside and out, reflected a fresh blend of European and American luxury.
    — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • My latest obsession comes courtesy of the Duchess of Sussex, whose smooth, radiant complexion is thanks to this underrated foundation from the brand No Makeup Makeup.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 18 July 2026
  • How to spot Perseid shooting stars Perseid meteors can be spotted anytime after dark from tonight onwards, streaking away from a patch of sky, or radiant, located close to the red supergiant star Eta Persei in the constellation Perseus.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of radiant
Adjective
  • Spring also brings out the beautiful golden club with its bright yellow flowers clustered at the tip of a spike.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
  • Allow your eyes 20 to 30 minutes to adapt to the darkness, avoid checking bright smartphone screens and don’t use binoculars or telescopes, which will only restrict your view of the night sky.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • Exceptions included the famed Roman Pool at Hearst Castle, with its shimmering blue and gold mosaic tiles and statues of Roman gods and goddesses.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026
  • Cat-eye finishes are still a key manicure trend, with shimmering, light-reflecting finishes.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 July 2026
Definition of shimmering
Adjective
  • Like generations of tanners before us, we were convinced the shiny oil would attract more UV rays for a deeper tan.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 20 July 2026
  • From a distance, the White/Metallic Silver/Cobalt color combination may appear to be a standard triple-white Air Force 1, but a closer look reveals a shiny pearlescent finish atop the leather upper.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 19 July 2026
Definition of shiny

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