November 26, 2026

Lambency

noun

Definition

The quality of being lambent; a soft, glowing radiance. Lambency suggests light that is warm and gentle rather than harsh.

Example Sentence

“The lambency of candlelight gave the dinner party an intimacy that no other light could provide.”

Etymology

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

Scrabble Score

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LAMBENCY scores 17 points in Scrabble.

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