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

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Adjective

Gilly’s Enchanting Makeup If Bullock has a more natural, matte makeup look in the sequel, Kidman’s vibe is more whimsical and luminous to juxtapose the personalities of the sisters.

— Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 10 Sep. 2026
Because what Company does have is a deep sense of place and an austere, luminous beauty.

— Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 10 Sep. 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

But more than 20 years since one of the studio’s finest moments, the reception to its annual releases, including this week’s NBA 2K27, is no longer so glowing.

— Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Safety issues The reviews coming out of last week’s debut for USC’s defense were less glowing for the secondary, which gave up three pass plays of 20 yards or more in the second half.

— Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of glowing

Adjective

Lasers could potentially reach farther when attacking or dazzling optical sensors.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026
Even Love Story’s Kelly got distracted by his own reflection, pausing in front of one mirror to zhuzh his curls before moving on to the next dazzling display.

— Simone Cook, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of dazzling

Adjective

Hyaluronic acid hydrates and plumps the delicate undereye area, caffeine visibly reduces puffiness, and soothing aloe leaf and antioxidant-rich green tea keep skin looking calm, smooth, and radiant.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Sep. 2026
Kate Hudson, Charlize Theron, and Hannah Waddingham have all used glow-boosting masks and wands, and their radiant skin definitely caught our attention.

— Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of radiant

Adjective

In the first few photos, the human rights activist could be seen wearing a breezy bright yellow sleeveless sundress, which featured a ruched crew neckline and a polarizing bubble bodice silhouette.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026
California light pollution map To show just how bright California’s night sky has grown, The Bee modeled where skies are brighter at night across the Golden State.

— Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of bright

Adjective

Reflections, liquid surfaces, shimmering light and fluid choreography underscore the magnetic tension between the two artists, who share the same effortless chemistry that powered their previous global hits.

— Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026
The shoes are complete with the luxury footwear designer’s signature Stardust sole, which is a shimmering bottom finish created by embedding fine micro-glitter, crystal dust and shimmering particles directly into the leather sole of the shoes.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of shimmering

Adjective

Rhymer and Bermingham’s solid direction lets the performances shine against a standard-issue, spit-shiny Toronto landscape.

— Katie Walsh, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026
Simone Biles, Jordyn Woods, Anne Hathaway, Brooke Shields and Gayle King have all worn shiny footwear styles recently.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of shiny

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