Diffraction
Diffraction noun - When light passes sharp edges or goes through narrow slits the rays are deflected and produce fringes of light and dark bands.
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Synonyms for Diffraction
Refracting and diffraction are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Refracting" instead a noun "Diffraction".
Nearby Words: diffracted, diffracting
Refracting
Diffraction and refracting are semantically related. You can use "Diffraction" instead a noun "Refracting".
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Refracting and Diffraction. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 15, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/diffraction/refracting
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