Vocabulary Flashcards: Light Terms

Questions and Answers

What does 'elucidate' mean?

To create confusion

To destroy evidence

To obscure something

To bring into light, to make something more clear (correct)

What does 'lucid' mean?

Clear and understandable, able to think clearly and make sense.

Which of the following describes 'translucent'?

Preventing light from passing through

Letting light come through, but not allowing a perfectly clear vision (correct)

Completely opaque

Allowing complete clarity

What is a 'luminary'?

An object that emits light or someone who is a leader or is brilliant in his career. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'lumens'?

A unit of measurement for the brightness of light. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a 'luminist'?

A painter whose specialty is to use light effects on colored objects. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'illuminate' mean?

To light up or to make something complicated easier to understand. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'bioluminescence'?

Light produced by a living thing. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'elucubrate' mean?

To think about, contemplate and work through until one understands. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'pellucid' mean?

Letting light through completely and clearly, easy to understand. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Elucidate: Means to bring something to light, enhancing clarity and understanding.
Lucid: Refers to thoughts or expressions that are clear and easy to grasp, indicating mental clarity.
Translucent: Describes materials that allow light to pass through, but do not enable a clear view; examples include specific types of windows and sheer fabrics.
Luminary: An object that emits light; also refers to a person who excels in a field and serves as an inspiration or leader.
Lumens: A measurement unit for light brightness; a standard 75-watt bulb produces approximately 1200 lumens of light.
Luminist: A painter known for skillful use of light effects on colored surfaces, focusing on the interplay of that light.
Illuminate: To light up an area or object; can also mean simplifying a complex concept for better understanding or adding decorative elements to manuscripts from historical contexts.
Bioluminescence: The natural phenomenon where living organisms, such as fireflies or certain fish, produce light.
Elucubrate: To engage in deep thought or contemplation, often late at night, suggesting a process of thorough understanding under candlelight or low light.
Pellucid: Characterizes clarity in both visual and conceptual terms, allowing light to pass through completely and being easy to understand.

Description

Enhance your vocabulary with this flashcard quiz focused on words related to light and clarity. Each card presents a term, its definition, and context for better understanding. Perfect for language learners and anyone looking to refine their linguistic skills.