Definition

Relating to the ability of a material to allow light or other forms of energy to pass through it.

Example

The transmissive properties of the glass make it ideal for windows.

Conversation

Have you seen the new windows they installed?

Yeah, they look great and are really transmissive for natural light.

I love how bright the room feels now!

Exactly, it's amazing what transmissive materials can do for a space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transmissive → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "mittere" (meaning to send). The word describes the quality of being able to send or convey something across a distance.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can 'send' ('mittere') things 'across' ('trans-') — that's why transmissive means capable of transmitting.

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