lambent
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Glowing softly and flickering gently, like light playing across a surface, or lightly playful in tone.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
glowing
flickering
Usage notes
A fairly literary word, rarely used in everyday conversation.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ candlelight flickered across the old stone walls of the hall."
Answer: lambent
In your own words, what does "lambent" mean?
Glowing softly and flickering gently, like light playing across a surface, or lightly playful in tone.
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