Incandescent (adj):

 

Under science

Extremely hot. Emitting light due to extreme heat.
When atoms are heated to extreme temperature the electrons emit light when they change orbitals.
For example: Incandescent light bulbs are not very efficient.
(figurative) He was incandescent with rage.

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