Noun Definition

scintillation

1.Definition: (physics) a flash of light that is produced in a phosphor when it absorbs a photon or ionizing particle

Category: General

2.Definition: a brilliant display of wit

Category: General

3.Definition: a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash

Related Noun(s):sparkling, twinkle

Category: General

4.Definition: the quality of shining with a bright reflected light

Related Noun(s):glisten, glister, glitter, sparkle

Category: General

5.Definition: the twinkling of the stars caused when changes in the density of the earth's atmosphere produce uneven refraction of starlight

Category: General