Definition

Relating to or sensitive to all colors of light in the visible spectrum.

Example

The photographer used panchromatic film to capture the full range of colors in the scene.

Conversation

Did you check out that new camera they released?

Yeah, it's amazing how it can take panchromatic photos.

I love the idea of capturing all those colors in one shot.

Exactly! It really brings out the details in every picture.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Panchromatic → It is formed from "pan-" (meaning all) and "chroma" (from Greek "chroma", meaning color). The word "panchromatic" refers to sensitivity to all colors, as it combines the idea of encompassing all colors in its definition.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pan-' meaning all and 'chroma' meaning color — so panchromatic means sensitive to all colors.

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