Definition

A sudden burst of bright light or brilliance, often seen as a sparkle or flash.

Example

The coruscation of the stars lit up the night sky beautifully.

Conversation

Did you see that coruscation of lights during the concert last night?

Yes! It was absolutely stunning and really added to the atmosphere.

I loved how the coruscation made everything feel so magical.

Totally! It felt like we were in a different world.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coruscation is formed from "coruscare" (meaning to flash or glitter) and the suffix "-tion" (indicating the action or process of). The word describes the action or process of flashing or glittering light.

Memory Tip

Imagine a bright light that 'flashes' ('coruscare') — that's what coruscation means, the action of shining or glittering.

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