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glow vs incandescence

incandescence vs glow

glow and incandescence both are nouns.

glow is a verb but incandescence is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
glow Yes No Yes No
incandescence Yes No No No
As nouns, glow and incandescence are synonyms defined as:
  • glow and incandescence: the phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised
glow (noun) incandescence (noun)
light from nonthermal sources light from heat
an appearance of reflected light the phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised
a feeling of considerable warmth
the phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised
the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface
a steady even light without flames
an alert and refreshed state
glow (verb) incandescence (verb)
experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
be exuberant or high-spirited
emit a steady even light without flames
have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink
shine intensely, as if with heat
Difference between glow and incandescence

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