Vocabulary Entry

noctilucent

|adjective

adjective

Describing something that is able to shine or glow at night, often used in reference to certain types of clouds or organisms.

Example Sentences

"The noctilucent clouds were beautifully illuminated against the evening sky."

"Many organisms in the ocean are noctilucent, glowing softly in the dark waters."

"She marveled at the noctilucent shimmer of the clouds during the summer nights."