lux

/lʌks/; /ˈluːks/

Definitions

1. noun

light, especially natural light; a source of light

“The city’s beauty was enhanced by the soft lux of the setting sun.”

2. noun

a unit of illumination equal to one lumen per square metre

“The room had a lux of 100, indicating it was very bright.”

3. noun

the Roman god of light

“In Roman mythology, Lux was the goddess of light and dawn.”

4. noun

a system of lighting, especially one that is luxurious or extravagant

“The hotel’s lux was impressive, with crystal chandeliers and marble walls.”

5. verb

to give or afford light to

“The candles will lux the room with a warm, golden glow.”

6. verb

to make (something) more luxurious or extravagant

“The new decorator was hired to lux the living room with expensive furniture.”

Synonyms

  • illumination
  • light
  • radiance

Antonyms

  • darkness
  • shadows