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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

solarization

/ˌsoʊlərɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does solarization mean?

noun

The process of converting a negative image into a positive one by exposing it to light, or the effect of overexposure to light in photography, resulting in loss of detail and color.

Example

"The photographer's use of solarization added a unique, dreamlike quality to the image."

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