Insolation

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnˈsoʊˈɫætˈaɪˌɑn/

Insolation (noun)

  1. The amount of sunlight that reaches a specific area over a certain time.

Examples

  • Insolation affects the temperature of the Earth's surface.
  • Insolation is the sunlight that reaches the Earth's surface.

Common collocations: measure insolation, increase insolation, calculate insolation

Synonyms of Insolation

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Insolation

  • — The absence of sunlight creates a shadow.
  • — Darkness occurs when there is no insolation.