Meaning of the word scintillation in English
What does scintillation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
scintillation
US /ˌsɪn.tɪˈleɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌsɪn.tɪˈleɪ.ʃən/
Noun
1.
a flash or sparkle of light
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The distant stars offered a faint scintillation in the night sky.
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The scintillation of the diamond caught her eye.
2.
the act or process of emitting light in flashes
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The physicist studied the scintillation of radioactive materials.
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The detector relies on the scintillation effect to measure radiation.
3.
brilliance or vivacity, especially in conversation or writing
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Her wit and intellectual scintillation made her a captivating speaker.
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The essay was praised for its literary scintillation.