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1. theory
noun. ['ˈθɪri, ˈθiːɝi'] a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena.
Synonyms
Etymology
- theoria (Latin)
- θεωρία (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
Rhymes with Corpuscular Theory Of Light
- overexcite
- disinvite
- semi-height
- satterwhite
- reinvite
- reignite
- nonwhite
- forthright
- de-excite
- contrite
- riunite
- reunite
- overwrite
- overnite
- overnight
- mcwright
- mcwhite
- mcright
- mcknight
- mccright
- macknight
- enwright
- despite
- clevite
- uptight
- upright
- tonite
- tonight
- strite
- streit
Sentences with corpuscular-theory-of-light
1. Noun Phrase
This was contrary to what the corpuscular theory of light predicted and helped establish that light is a wave.
2. theory
noun. ['ˈθɪri, ˈθiːɝi'] a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- theoria (Latin)
- θεωρία (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
3. light
noun. ['ˈlaɪt'] (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation.
Synonyms
- actinic ray
- half-light
- twilight
- visible radiation
- gegenschein
- sunlight
- lamplight
- light beam
- electromagnetic spectrum
- candle flame
- jack-o'-lantern
- daylight
- Moon
- shooting star
- radiance
- moonlight
- ray of light
- actinic radiation
- will-o'-the-wisp
- ignis fatuus
- fluorescence
- candlelight
- shaft of light
- gaslight
- friar's lantern
- sunshine
- shaft
- glowing
- streamer
- sun
- visible light
- corona
- beam
- incandescence
- glow
- moonshine
- scintillation
- starlight
- firelight
- luminescence
- torchlight
- beam of light
- counterglow
- irradiation
- ray
Etymology
- leoht (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- light (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lighten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lihtan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. light
noun. ['ˈlaɪt'] any device serving as a source of illumination.
Synonyms
Etymology
- leoht (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- light (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lighten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lihtan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. light
adjective. ['ˈlaɪt'] of comparatively little physical weight or density.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- leoht (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- light (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lighten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lihtan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
6. light
noun. ['ˈlaɪt'] a particular perspective or aspect of a situation.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- leoht (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- light (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lighten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lihtan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. light
verb. ['ˈlaɪt'] make lighter or brighter.
Antonyms
Etymology
- leoht (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- light (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lighten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lihtan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. light
noun. ['ˈlaɪt'] the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Etymology
- leoht (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- light (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lighten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lihtan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
9. light
verb. ['ˈlaɪt'] begin to smoke.
Antonyms
Etymology
- leoht (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- light (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lighten (Middle English (1100-1500))
- lihtan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
