February 08, 2027

Lambent

adjective

Definition

Flickering softly; playing lightly over a surface. Lambent wit illuminates without scorching.

Example Sentence

“The lambent quality of his humour made it possible to discuss the most painful subjects.”

Etymology

From Latin lambens, present participle of lambere (to lick).

Scrabble Score

L1A1M3B3E1N1T1

LAMBENT scores 11 points in Scrabble.

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