Antiradiant

/ˌæntiˈreɪdiənt/ adjective

Designed to block, reduce, or counteract radiation or radiant heat and energy.

From anti- (against) + radiant (emitting light or heat). Radiant comes from Latin 'radiare' meaning to shine. This scientific term developed in the 20th century as radiation became understood and managed.

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