Incandescent Definition & Meaning

incandescent
adjective
  1. emitting light as a result of being heated; "an incandescent bulb"
  2. characterized by ardent emotion or intensity or brilliance; "an incandescent performance"

"Incandescent" in song lyrics

See how incandescent is used in real songs:

  • "Manifestin' the incandescent"
    M-Flo — Prism
  • "halogen vs. incandescent"
    AOL — AOL
  • "replacing flourescent fixture with incandescent"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "incandescent"

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