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Actinic

//ækˈtɪn ɪk// adj

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Adjective
  1. 1
    Related to radiation; used most often in reference to light, especially in the ultraviolet range. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Harsh and bright, especially blindingly so. broadly, not-comparable

    "He bounded over cresting waves that shone in the actinic glare."

  3. 3
    Caused by extensive exposure to ultraviolet light. not-comparable

    "In medicine, actinic keratoses usually occur in sundamaged skin and exhibit hyperkeratosis."

  4. 4
    Of or relating to actinism, the range of photochemical effects produced by exposure to electromagnetic radiation, particularly sunlight. not-comparable

    "It should be borne in mind that the actinic power of the sun is subject to considerable variations, due to its elevation above the horizon."

  5. 5
    Composed of actin. not-comparable
Adjective
  1. 1
    relating to or exhibiting actinism wordnet

Etymology

From Ancient Greek ἀκτίς, ἀκτῖν- (aktís, aktîn-, “ray”) + -ic.

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