luminosity

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light

Etymology

Borrowed from French luminosité or else a native formation from luminous + -ity.

In classic literature

Synonyms

brightness, brightness level, luminance, luminousness, light

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