Afterglow
English Meaning
A glow of refulgence in the western sky after sunset.
- The atmospheric glow that remains for a short time after sunset.
- The light emitted after removal of a source of energy, especially:
- The glow of an incandescent metal as it cools.
- The emission of light from a phosphor after removal of excitation.
- The comfortable feeling following a pleasant experience.
- A lingering impression of past glory or success.