luminosity

/ˌluməˈnɑsəti/
noun
  1. The quality of being bright or shining; the amount of light something gives off.
    • Scientists measure the luminosity of stars to understand their age and size.
    • The painter captured the luminosity of the sunset with bright yellow and orange strokes.
    • The luminosity of the full moon was enough to read by.
  2. The brightness or clarity of a color or image, especially in digital displays or photography.
    • The photo editor increased the luminosity to make the shadows less dark.
    • High luminosity in a monitor makes colors look more vivid.
    • You can adjust the luminosity of your phone screen to save battery.
  3. Intellectual brilliance or clarity of thought or expression.
    • The professor's lectures were admired for their luminosity and insight.
    • Her speech had a luminosity that made complex ideas easy to understand.
    • The writer's prose is known for its luminosity and emotional depth.
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