Lightfast

/ˈlaɪtfæst/
adjective

Able to withstand exposure to light without fading or losing color, especially used for art materials and pigments.

The artist prefers lightfast paints to ensure the longevity of their artwork.
Visual representation of "lightfast" - Able to withstand exposure to light without fading or losing color, especially used for art materials and pigments.

Often appears as...

  • lightfast pigments
  • lightfast colors

Usage tips

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General

adjective

Describes a quality of certain materials in terms of their durability against light exposure.

Lightfast dyes are essential for outdoor fabrics.
Visual representation of "lightfast" - Describes a quality of certain materials in terms of their durability against light exposure.

Often appears as...

  • lightfast standards
  • lightfast testing

Usage tips

Neutral

Technical

adjective

Able to withstand exposure to light without fading or losing color, especially used for art materials and pigments.

The artist prefers lightfast paints to ensure the longevity of their artwork.
Visual representation of "lightfast" - Able to withstand exposure to light without fading or losing color, especially used for art materials and pigments.

Often appears as...

  • lightfast pigments
  • lightfast colors

Usage tips

Neutral

General

adjective

Describes a quality of certain materials in terms of their durability against light exposure.

Lightfast dyes are essential for outdoor fabrics.
Visual representation of "lightfast" - Describes a quality of certain materials in terms of their durability against light exposure.

Often appears as...

  • lightfast standards
  • lightfast testing

Usage tips

Neutral

Technical

Definition 1 of 2
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Context

Understanding that not all colors have the same lightfast properties can guide artists in their selection.

Artists should always check lightfastness ratings for better results.
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Formality

'Lightfast' is often used in professional contexts; in casual conversation, you might simply say a color 'doesn't fade'.

In less formal discussions, you could say 'the colors last long'.
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Use

When discussing lightfastness, it's useful to mention the expected permanence based on conditions.

Consider mentioning how different lighting can affect lightfastness.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Context

Understanding that not all colors have the same lightfast properties can guide artists in their selection.

Artists should always check lightfastness ratings for better results.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Formality

'Lightfast' is often used in professional contexts; in casual conversation, you might simply say a color 'doesn't fade'.

In less formal discussions, you could say 'the colors last long'.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Use

When discussing lightfastness, it's useful to mention the expected permanence based on conditions.

Consider mentioning how different lighting can affect lightfastness.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Context

Understanding that not all colors have the same lightfast properties can guide artists in their selection.

Artists should always check lightfastness ratings for better results.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Formality

'Lightfast' is often used in professional contexts; in casual conversation, you might simply say a color 'doesn't fade'.

In less formal discussions, you could say 'the colors last long'.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Use

When discussing lightfastness, it's useful to mention the expected permanence based on conditions.

Consider mentioning how different lighting can affect lightfastness.
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