Definition

Describing something that emits light due to being heated or something that is very bright and intense in color or emotion.

Example

The incandescent light bulb illuminated the room with a warm glow.

Conversation

Did you see the new light fixtures in the café?

Yeah, they look so incandescent and warm!

I love how they brighten up the whole place.

Absolutely! It makes the atmosphere feel so inviting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Incandescent → It is formed from "in-" (meaning in or into) and "candere" (meaning to shine or glow). The word describes something that shines brightly when heated, as in the case of incandescent light bulbs.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'shines brightly' when it is 'heated' — 'in-' means into, and 'candere' means to shine.

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