luminescence

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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From Latin lumen + -escence.

Gently, softly a halo of shimmering-violet luminescence built up about the T-208. — The Ultimate Weapon, John W., Jr. (John Wood) Campbell
It was dark, but a faint luminescence from somewhere enabled me to faintly discern my surroundings. — Astounding Stories, May, 1931, Various
Like a glow of fire dimly seen beneath a thin coat of ashes, a mellow luminescence permeated the panoramic view. — Autobiography of a Yogi, Paramahansa Yogananda

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