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Term: Counterglow

Definition

Counterglow refers to a faint illumination or soft radiance that can be seen in the sky after sunset or before sunrise. It is caused by sunlight reflecting off the Earth's atmosphere and is particularly noticeable in areas with little light pollution.

Senses and Usages

Noun:

1. A natural phenomenon where the sky glows with a soft light after sunset.
2. A poetic term for the twilight hour when the fading sunlight casts a gentle glow.
3. An optical effect in photography or cinematography that creates a soft, diffused glow around subjects.

Verb:

1. To describe the act of emitting a soft radiance or glow, similar to counterglow.
2. To refer to the use of specific lighting techniques in visual arts to create a counterglow effect.

Sample Sentences

Noun:

1. The counterglow in the sky made for a breathtaking scene as the sun disappeared below the horizon.
2. She loved to go for evening strolls during the counterglow, as the world seemed to be bathed in a warm, golden light.
3. The cinematographer used counterglow to create a dreamy effect in the final moments of the film.

Verb:

1. The distant mountains counterglowed in the dying light of the day.
2. The artist skillfully counterglowed the portrait, giving it an ethereal quality.

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