Definition

Relating to or using several different wavelengths of light or other electromagnetic radiation.

Example

The multiwavelength observations provided a clearer picture of the astronomical event.

Conversation

Did you see the multiwavelength images from the telescope last night?

Yeah, they were amazing! It's incredible how they capture different light spectra.

I know, right? The multiwavelength approach really reveals so much more detail.

Absolutely! It makes astronomy so much more fascinating.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Multiwavelength → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "wavelength" (from the combination of "wave" (from Old English *wafian*, meaning to wave) and "length" (from Old English *length*, meaning the measurement of something). The word refers to many different wavelengths of light or other electromagnetic radiation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('multi-') types of 'waves' ('wave') measured by their 'length' — that's what multiwavelength means.

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