ultraviolet

noun adjective

Stress: third syllable

Syllables: ul-tra-vi-o-let (5)

English Definition

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

Example Sentence

Ultraviolet radiation can cause damage to the skin.

US IPA /ˌʌltrəˈvaɪələt/
UK IPA /ˌʌltrəˈvaɪələt/