Sunburst
noun
A sudden bright display of light that resembles the sun.
The fireworks ended with a huge sunburst that lit up the night sky.
Often appears as...
- a sunburst of
- sunburst pattern
noun
A design that radiates from a central point in the form of the sun.
The ornate church ceiling featured a lovely golden sunburst.
Often appears as...
- sunburst design
- featured a sunburst
Usage tips
Artistic, Design
noun
A graphic representation of data in which values are displayed in a circular format.
The project manager depicted the company's annual profit using a sunburst chart.
Often appears as...
- sunburst chart
- sunburst diagram
noun
A sudden bright display of light that resembles the sun.
The fireworks ended with a huge sunburst that lit up the night sky.
Often appears as...
- a sunburst of
- sunburst pattern
noun
A design that radiates from a central point in the form of the sun.
The ornate church ceiling featured a lovely golden sunburst.
Often appears as...
- sunburst design
- featured a sunburst
Usage tips
Artistic, Design
noun
A graphic representation of data in which values are displayed in a circular format.
The project manager depicted the company's annual profit using a sunburst chart.
Often appears as...
- sunburst chart
- sunburst diagram
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Visual Impact
Used to describe impressive lighting effects that are eye-catching, especially in performances or shows.
The concert's final act started with a dramatic sunburst that captivated the audience.
Pro Tip 2/2Metaphorical Use
Can describe someone's sudden burst of emotions, ideas, or actions metaphorically.
His face broke into a sunburst of joy when he heard the good news.
Pro Tip 1/2Visual Impact
Used to describe impressive lighting effects that are eye-catching, especially in performances or shows.
The concert's final act started with a dramatic sunburst that captivated the audience.
Pro Tip 2/2Metaphorical Use
Can describe someone's sudden burst of emotions, ideas, or actions metaphorically.
His face broke into a sunburst of joy when he heard the good news.
Pro Tip 1/2Visual Impact
Used to describe impressive lighting effects that are eye-catching, especially in performances or shows.
The concert's final act started with a dramatic sunburst that captivated the audience.
Pro Tip 2/2Metaphorical Use
Can describe someone's sudden burst of emotions, ideas, or actions metaphorically.
His face broke into a sunburst of joy when he heard the good news.
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