# lambent

> English word · Adjective · IPA /ˈlæmbənt/

## Definitions
1. Brushing or flickering gently over a surface.
2. Glowing or luminous, but lacking heat.
3. Exhibiting lightness or brilliance of wit; clever or witty without unkindness.

## Etymology
From Latin lambēns, present participle of lambō (“lick”).

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/lambent