ULTRAVIOLET
(noun, adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Ultraviolet.
Ultraviolet - as a noun
Radiation lying in the ultraviolet range; wave lengths shorter than light but longer than x rays
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ultraviolet illuminationultraviolet lightultraviolet radiationuvHypernyms (Closely Related)
actinic radiationactinic rayHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Ultraviolet - as an adjective satellite
Having or employing wavelengths shorter than light but longer than x-rays; lying outside the visible spectrum at its violet end
Example: "Ultraviolet radiation"
Ultraviolet - as an adjective
Of electromagnetic radiation beyond (higher in frequency than) light visible to the human eye; radiation with wavelengths from 380 nanometre - 10 nanometre
Example Sentences
"Exposure to ultraviolet rays can lead to skin damage."
"Wearing sunglasses can protect your eyes from ultraviolet light."
"Certain insects can see ultraviolet light that is invisible to humans."
"Using a sunscreen with high SPF can help block ultraviolet rays."
"The Earth's ozone layer absorbs most of the incoming ultraviolet radiation."
Word Game Points
Is ULTRAVIOLET a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ultraviolet is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ULTRAVIOLET has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is ULTRAVIOLET a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ultraviolet is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordULTRAVIOLET has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is ULTRAVIOLET a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ultraviolet is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordULTRAVIOLET has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
