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antiglare

antiglare

4.3
A film or cover that reduces bright light and reflections on screens and glass
  • noun
  • /ˈæntiˌɡlɛr/
translation icon : filtro antirreflejo
  • The monitor's antiglare coating helps reduce eye strain in bright rooms.
  • antiglare coating
  • antiglare screen

Examples

  • I prefer using my phone with an antiglare film.

  • The photographer attached an antiglare to the camera lens to avoid unwanted reflections.

  • Many computer monitors now come with an antiglare coating to make screens easier to read.

  • Drivers often use an antiglare visor to reduce the brightness of headlights at night.

  • The new laptop has an antiglare screen.

  • Her laptop came with an excellent antiglare screen that makes it easier to read outside.

  • Investing in a good quality antiglare film can enhance your viewing experience by minimizing reflections.

Synonyms

Polaroid
vsantiglare
1 3.9

A plastic sheet used in sunglasses to reduce glare

uses general coatings or films rather than only polarization to reduce glare
sunscreening
vsantiglare
  • Specialized
4.2

A film or device that blocks sunlight from windows to keep rooms cooler

targets glare from lights, screens, and reflections rather than blocking sunlight entry

Antonyms

glare
37 3.3

A very bright, harsh light that is hard to look at

How Glare-Reducing

polarizer
  • Specialized
2 7.2
antiglare
4.3
matte
  • US
14 5.3
glossy
34 2.6

Surface Forms

antiglare singular
antiglares plural

Morphology

antiglare = glare (transparent) = anti + glare

The noun is a straightforward nominal use of the same anti- + glare pattern, referring to something that prevents glare.

Etymology

Antiglare comes from the parts anti- 'against' and glare 'bright, blinding light'. So an antiglare is a device, film, or coating that works against glare to reduce reflections and make viewing more comfortable.