Actinic
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Actinic
Adjective
- Related to radiation; used most often in reference to light, especially in the ultraviolet range.
- Harsh and bright, especially blindingly so.
- Caused by extensive exposure to ultraviolet light.
"In medicine, actinic keratoses usually occur in sundamaged skin and exhibit hyperkeratosis."
- (chemistry, photography) Of or relating to actinism, the range of photochemical effects produced by exposure to electromagnetic radiation, particularly sunlight.
- Composed of actin.
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