lucent

adjective

ˈlü-sᵊnt How to pronounce lucent (audio)
Definition of lucentnext
1
as in crystal
easily seen through the pristine waters of lucent mountain streams a writer of lucent and vivid prose

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2
as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light the moon was a lucent orb in the cloudless autumn sky

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Recent Examples of lucent The meat braises for six hours and the lucent broth is simmered separately; this sandwich takes no shortcuts. — New York Times, 18 June 2024 His attention is a lucent destination for our words and antics. — David Velasco, Harpers Magazine, 18 Dec. 2023 Bubbly lucent lesions of bone are recalled with the FEGNOMASHIC mnemonic, but when only lucent lesions of the diaphysis are included, a more appropriate mnemonic is FEMALE. — Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 21 Aug. 2012 The lucent lesions of bone differentials often can be narrowed based on specific characteristics of the lesion but radiographic findings elsewhere and clinical information often help. — Ncbi Rofl, Discover Magazine, 21 Aug. 2012
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lucent
  1. crystal
  2. luminous
  3. transparent
  4. glowing
  5. clear
  6. shining
  7. liquid
  8. dazzling
Adjective
  • O’Connor’s face filled the screen, her crystal-blue eyes piercing me in my own living room.
    — Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 25 July 2026
  • Beside the dessert sat a crystal coupe overflowing with Caramelized Shallot Dip from Every Leaf, Every Stem.
    — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 June 2026
Definition of crystal
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  • Carl Andre, Dan Flavin, and the minimalists learned from Brancusi’s serial imagery and the anonymity of his luminous, streamlined forms.
    — Michael Brenson, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The simple-but-elegant cut was made even more glamorous by the luminous nature of the fabric, which glittered underneath the lights on Friday’s red carpet.
    — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of luminous
Adjective
  • Its transparent appearance could also help researchers observe how fuel moves and burns.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
  • All of which suggest that long-term competitive advantage will rely on building agile, transparent and technology-backed supply networks.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of transparent
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  • This electric fireplace offers a glowing bed of faux embers that adds to its realism.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026
  • This design decision allows the shoe’s tech to stand out, giving it an almost glowing effect.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • Congress should fund that capacity and require clear schedules for resolving interrupted awards and disbursing recovery support.
    — Carole LaBonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Let’s also be clear, Kristen, that securing our border is still popular with the American people.
    — NBC news, NBC news, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of clear
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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  • Molecular testing can be done at the time of an initial biopsy, later using tissue from that same biopsy or another biopsy, or via a blood test called a liquid biopsy.
    — Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 6 Nov. 2026
  • However, instead of launching with separate tanks of liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen, the satellite carries a reservoir of liquid water.
    — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of liquid
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  • That's 12 times brighter than its nearest planetary competitor, Jupiter and a full 25 times more dazzling than Sirius, the brightest of all stars.
    — Joe Rao, Space.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Amal Clooney has always been a fan of a statement look, never missing an opportunity to wear archival couture in Cannes, punchy prints in the Med, or dazzling sequins on the red carpet.
    — María Munsuri, Vogue, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of dazzling

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“Lucent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lucent. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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