Synonyms of luminosity

luminosity

noun

ˌlü-mə-ˈnä-sə-tē 

as in brightness

the quality or state of having or giving off light

the luminosity of the fireflies made for an enchanting nighttime show

Synonyms & Similar Words

• brightness
• brilliancy
• brilliance
• lightness
• illumination
• lustre
• radiance
• glow
• luminance
• light
• luminousness
• luster
• effulgence
• glare
• dazzle
• splendor
• candor
• refulgence
• glint
• lambency
• lustrousness
• luminescence
• gleam
• flicker
• fluorescence
• incandescence
• twinkle
• flame
• blaze
• sheen
• flare
• shimmer
• fire
• gloss
• glimmer
• flash
• sparkle
• scintillation
• polish
• shininess
• shine
• glitter
• burnish
• glisten

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• blackness
• darkness
• dark
• dullness
• dulness
• duskiness
• dimness
• somberness
• gloominess
• cloudiness
• obscurity
• haziness
• murkiness
• paleness
• grayness
• colorlessness
• obscureness
• shadowiness
• shadiness
• lackluster

Examples of luminosity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

They're infused with finely ground reflective pearls, which catch the light for luminosity without veering into shiny territory. —Deanna Pai and Sarah Han, Allure, 3 Sep. 2024

In addition, the stars twinkle or appear to vary in brightness, while the planets maintain a constant luminosity. —Jorge Garay, WIRED, 16 Aug. 2024

In comparison, Merit’s Flush Balm wins out thanks to its sheer, dewy formula and instant luminosity. —Humeara Mohamed, refinery29.com, 7 Aug. 2024

By including vitamin C in a facial treatment, the skin’s protection against oxidative stress induced by UV rays is improved, and so is the luminosity and uniformity of the skin tone. —Ana Morales, Vogue, 28 July 2024