radiances
/ˈreɪdiənsɪz/
NOUN
1. Brightness and emission of light
The qualities or manifestations of emitting, reflecting, or displaying light, especially in a bright, luminous, or brilliant manner.
1.1. Light and illumination
Used to describe different sources or manifestations of visible light, including natural light, artificial illumination, and beams of light.
Synonyms
- lights
- illuminations
- beams
- rays
- shafts
- sunbeams
- sunlights
- daylights
- moonlights
- sunshines
Antonyms
Examples
- The garden was aglow with the vibrant radiances of blooming flowers.
- As the sun dipped below the horizon, the sky displayed a spectrum of twilight radiances.
- The artist skillfully captured the various radiances of light in the cityscape.
Related Words
- illumination
- brightness
- luminosity
- radiation
- lightning
- daybreak
- sunrise
- sunset
1.2. Glowing and luminous effects
Used to describe visible manifestations of glowing, sparkling, shimmering, or brilliant light produced by natural phenomena, luminous objects, or light sources.
Synonyms
- afterglows
- blazes
- flares
- flashes
- fluorescences
- incandescences
- luminescences
- gleams
- glimmers
- glints
- glistens
- glitters
- glows
- scintillations
- shimmers
- shines
- sparkles
- twinkles
Antonyms
- darks
- glooms
- shadows
Examples
- In the quiet forest, the fireflies emitted soft and enchanting radiances.
- The diamond's radiances sparkled and danced in the light, captivating all who beheld it.
- The newborn child's face exuded pure radiances, reflecting the innocence and joy of new life.
Related Words
- flickers
- luminosity
- brilliance
- phosphorescence
- iridescence
- incandescence
- glow
- sparkling
1.3. Reflected light and surface sheen
Used to describe the brightness, shine, or lustrous appearance created when light reflects from polished, glossy, or smooth surfaces.
Synonyms
- reflections
- sheens
- glosses
- polishes
- lusters
- lustres
Antonyms
- dulls
- glooms
Examples
- The polished surfaces displayed beautiful radiances under the gallery lights.
- The radiances reflected from the lake created a shimmering effect across the water.
Related Words
- glossiness
- luster
- lustre
- smoothness
- polish
- reflection
- gloss
1.4. Halos and atmospheric light phenomena
Used to describe luminous appearances and colorful atmospheric displays, including halos, auroras, and other distinctive natural light phenomena.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- The northern sky displayed magnificent radiances as colorful auroras illuminated the darkness.
- The artist captured the ethereal radiances surrounding the celestial figures.
- The atmospheric radiances created a spectacular display above the horizon.
Related Words
- corona
- atmosphere
- rainbow
- polar lights
- celestial light
- optical phenomenon
- aureola