FLUORESCENCES Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

fluorescences

noun

plural of fluorescence

as in glows

the steady giving off of the form of radiation that makes vision possible studied the fluorescence of certain elements

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Noun

Every nightfall is different — different seasonal colors, angels, weather, celestial glows, grasses and shadows.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 1 Oct. 2026
The coating glows when exposed to light, with the intensity changing according to the pressure around it.

— Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of glows

Noun

As Nazareth’s pep band rang in the victory, parents offered the Celtics words of comfort, pausing only to cast glares in the direction of administrators.

— Lila Hempel-Edgers, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Astronomers have spotted four dead star white dwarf stars playing a game of cosmic hide-and-seek, all four of which were hiding in the glares of red dwarf companion stars.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 14 July 2026

Definition of glares

Noun

Extra touches include a pillow menu, bedside reading lights, Nespresso machines, large walk-in closets, and complimentary shoeshine.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
But at least one unit, as well as the common areas, are waiting on some internal fixes and a city permit approval before the lights can be switched back on.

— Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of lights

Noun

The main camera is positioned so that Big Bear Lake gleams in the background, changing hue throughout the day.

— Alex Ross, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2026
The first hotel opened by the Orient Express group, its design gleams with contemporary comfort while still referencing the history of this world-famous train.

— Megan Rose Murray, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026

Definition of gleams

Noun

There is also plenty of pomp, along with bells, bonfires, and illuminations.

— Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 3 July 2026
The citywide experience will consist of landmark illuminations, exhibitions, immersive fan activations, and collaborations with local communities and businesses.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

Definition of illuminations

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