ultraviolet
adjective /ˌʌl.trəˈvaɪə.lət/ (abbreviation UV)Definition
› describes light with a wavelength that is after the violet (= light purple) end of the range of colours that can be seen by humans. Light of this type causes the skin to become darker in the sun.The qualities of light
(Definition of ultraviolet adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- ablaze adjective
- aglow adjective
- backlit adjective
- blinding adjective
- bright adjective (LIGHT)
- brilliant adjective (SHINING)
- coruscating adjective
- dazzling adjective
- floodlit adjective
- gleaming adjective
- glittering adjective (BRIGHT LIGHT)
- glittery adjective
- lambent adjective
- luminous adjective
- lustrous adjective
- opalescent adjective
- optical adjective
- spangly adjective
- torchlight adjective
- wet-look adjective
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