candela

/kandɛˈla/ or /kandɛˈleɑ/

Definitions

1. noun

A unit of measurement for light intensity, equivalent to one 100th of a lux.

“The streetlight’s lumens were measured in candela.”

2. noun

A candle, especially one used for lighting.

“She lit a candela on the dinner table.”

Synonyms

  • candle
  • light source

Antonyms

  • darkness
  • shadow