LUCENT Synonyms: 124 Similar and Opposite Words

lucent

adjective

ˈlü-sᵊnt

Definition of lucent

as in crystal

easily seen through the pristine waters of lucent mountain streams a writer of lucent and vivid prose

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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

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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

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

Unlike a polished piece of metal which is reflective and the same material from every direction, a second surface mirror is an assemblage, has a transparent layer, a reflective layer, and an opaque layer.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026
Is this organization, much of whose funding is not transparent and comes from member states in the Persian Gulf, designed to make peace, or make money?

— Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of transparent

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

Mourinho’s aim to get closer to his players has been especially clear with the team’s biggest names.

— Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Congress has bipartisan bills in the works aimed at setting clearer federal consumer protections, including age verification.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 7 Sep. 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

Adjective

The researchers emphasized its relevance for aerospace systems utilizing liquid oxygen, where efficient proton transport can significantly influence overall fuel-cell performance.

— Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2026
Those regulations for liquids in carry-ons stem from 2006, when British officials foiled a plot to bring liquid explosives on flights.

— Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of liquid

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