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ultraviolet Synonyms

Another word for ultraviolet

Choosing another word for ultraviolet depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having a wavelength shorter than that of the violet end of the visible spectrum and longer than that of X-rays.

Usage Example

"Sunglasses with proper protection help shield your eyes from harmful uv rays."

Strongest
uv
Strong
actinic

• noun (Context 2)

Electromagnetic radiation having a wavelength shorter than visible violet light and longer than X-rays, invisible to the human eye.

Usage Example

"Certain insects, such as honeybees, can perceive patterns on flowers that reflect uv."

Strongest
uv
Strong
black light

Opposites of ultraviolet

The opposite of ultraviolet shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

infrared
See all opposites of ultraviolet

• Nearby Words

ultrathin
ultraviolence
ultraviolent
ultraviolet
ultrawide
ulyanovsk
um

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Ultraviolet. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/ultraviolet
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