AFTERIMAGE

afterimage, aftersensation

(noun) an image (usually a negative image) that persists after stimulation has ceased

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

afterimage (plural afterimages)

An image which persists or remains in negative after the original stimulation has ended.

Synonyms

• photogene (dated)

Source: Wiktionary


Aft"er-im`age(#), n.

Definition: The impression of a vivid sensation retained by the retina of the eye after the cause has been removed; also extended to impressions left of tones, smells, etc.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

22 April 2025

BRIGHT

(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”


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Coffee Trivia

International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.

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