adjective
luminous
LOO-mih-nus/ˈluːmɪnəs/
Shining with emitted or reflected light.
The luminous bulb casts a warm glow across the tabletop.
Etymology
The pieces express “full of light,” the meaning already found in Latin luminosus. This describes a shining appearance, whether something gives off light or reflects it.
In context
However, when illuminated from behind or within, the cup dramatically shifts its hue to a luminous deep red, displaying a vivid translucence that seems astonishingly modern.
More examples
- A luminous moon hangs above the dark lake.
- The watch has luminous hands that are visible at night.
- Luminous jellyfish drift through the dark water.
Forms
luminous
luminosity noun — The brightness of emitted or reflected light.