luminous
adjective
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Luminous, like its synonyms radiant, shining, glowing, and lustrous, is generally a positive adjective, especially when it describes something that doesn't literally glow, such as a face, a performance, or a poem. Luminous signs depend on a gas such as neon, krypton, argon, xenon, or radon—and you can use luminous (DayGlo) paint to make your own signs. New technologies have now given us luminous fabrics, which are being used to produce striking or creepy effects in clothing, upholstery, and interior surfaces.
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Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
This 37 mm 18-karat white gold example with rare luminous roman numerals, was one of the last of the 5035 references to come off the production line.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2024
For many, The Debates are the heart of Fantastic Fest — a luminous example of what film culture can be when midnight movie lovers run wild.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 1 Nov. 2024
It’s never been plausible to portray the luminous Russell as an unkempt tomboy who can’t be bothered to brush her hair.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Luminous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luminous. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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