light waves
(light-waves)
2 syllables
Definition
plural noun. Electromagnetic waves that are visible to the human eye, responsible for the sense of sight.
Example Sentence
Light waves travel faster than sound waves, which is why we see lightning before we hear thunder.
More Example Sentences
The prism separated the light waves into a spectrum of colors.
Synonyms
electromagnetic radiation; visible light; optical waves
Antonyms
sound waves; radio waves; gamma rays
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