infrared

[in-fruh-red] / ˌɪn frəˈrɛd /

NOUN

red

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cardinal coral crimson flaming glowing maroon rose wine

STRONG

blooming blush brick burgundy carmine cerise cherry chestnut claret copper dahlia fuchsia garnet geranium magenta pink puce ruby russet rust salmon sanguine scarlet titian vermilion

WEAK

bloodshot florid flushed healthy inflamed roseate rosy rubicund ruddy rufescent

Example Sentences

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I looked away from the infrared scope but could see nothing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Most of the videos disclosed on Friday feature grainy footage captured by US military infrared cameras between 2018 and 2023.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Booths of less well-known companies showcased the diverse range of drone technologies available, including "anti-jamming" devices, "sound recognition", "infrared thermal imaging" and "laser countermeasures".

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Because the LEDs emit extremely pure near infrared light, they may enable new medical devices capable of seeing deep inside the body.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

“Polar bears have like four inches of blubber. They’re so good at retaining heat they don’t even show up when you film them with infrared cameras. They’re like arctic ninjas!”

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz

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Physical Science - Energy - Middle School

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