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Scintillation (Noun)

A rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash.

Nouns denoting natural events.

The scintillation of the firework lit up the night sky with a brief but brilliant flash of light.
Astronomers study the scintillation of stars to better understand the properties of the Earth's atmosphere.
The scintillation of the diamond necklace caught her eye as it sparkled under the bright lights of the jewelry store.
The photographer waited patiently for the scintillation of the lightning bolt to capture the perfect shot.
The scintillation of the sparkler added a magical touch to the child's birthday celebration.

(physics) a flash of light that is produced in a phosphor when it absorbs a photon or ionizing particle.

Nouns denoting natural phenomena.

The scintillation produced by the phosphor was directly proportional to the energy of the incident radiation.
Scintillation detectors are widely used in high-energy physics experiments to detect and measure ionizing particles.
The efficiency of the scintillator was determined by measuring the scintillation yield as a function of the incident particle energy.
In medical imaging, scintillation is used to detect the gamma rays emitted by radioactive tracers in the body.
The scintillation process in the crystal was triggered by the absorption of a high-energy photon, resulting in a brief flash of light.

The quality of shining with a bright reflected light.

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

A brilliant display of wit.

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Her quick-witted responses added a delightful scintillation to the evening's conversation, leaving everyone in stitches.
The comedian's rapid-fire jokes and clever wordplay created a scintillation of humor that had the audience roaring with laughter.
With his trademark scintillation of wit, the writer crafted a satirical piece that skewered the establishment with precision and humor.
The actress's scintillation of charm and wit on stage earned her a standing ovation from the packed theater.
The scintillation of clever banter between the two lead characters in the play was enough to carry the entire production to critical acclaim.

The twinkling of the stars caused when changes in the density of the earth's atmosphere produce uneven refraction of starlight.

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

The scintillation of the stars was visible to the naked eye on that clear, cold night, their twinkling like diamonds against the blackness of space.
The planet's image appeared distorted due to the scintillation caused by the earth's atmosphere, making it difficult to get a clear reading.
As the astronaut gazed out the window, the scintillation of the stars seemed to grow more intense, a breathtaking display of celestial beauty.
The astronomers studied the scintillation of the star, trying to understand the underlying causes of its irregular pattern of light and dark.
On a hot summer evening, the scintillation of the stars seemed to shimmer and dance, a magical spectacle that captivated all who witnessed it.