1. designed or treated to reduce or prevent the reflection of light
Usage: technical; commonly used in optics and materials science

Examples

• The camera lens has an antireflective coating to improve image clarity.
• Antireflective glasses reduce glare and reflections on the lenses.
• Solar panels often use antireflective surfaces to maximize light absorption.
• The antireflective treatment on the display screen makes it easier to see in bright sunlight.
• Scientists developed an antireflective material for use in optical instruments.