scintillation
1. [ noun ] a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash
Synonyms: sparkling twinkle
Related terms: change flash sparkle
2. [ noun ] the twinkling of the stars caused when changes in the density of the earth's atmosphere produce uneven refraction of starlight
Related terms: fluctuation twinkle
3. [ noun ] (psychology) a brilliant display of wit
Related terms: brilliance sparkle
4. [ noun ] (physics) a flash of light that is produced in a phosphor when it absorbs a photon or ionizing particle
Related terms: light physics
5. [ noun ] the quality of glittering or sparkling brightly
Synonyms: glitter sparkle glisten glister
Related terms: brightness glitter sparkle
Similar spelling:   scintillating
  scintillate
  scintillant
  scantily_clad