1. producing or reflecting light; shining or glowing, especially with a bright or luminous quality
Usage: often used to describe bright, glowing colors or light-emitting surfaces
2. relating to or exhibiting fluorescence; emitting light as a result of absorbing radiation
Usage: technical; used in physics and chemistry contexts

Examples

• The florescent paint on the safety vest made the worker visible in the dark.
• She wore a florescent green jacket while jogging at night.
• The florescent lights in the office hummed softly overhead.
• Florescent colors are often used on warning signs and emergency equipment.
• The florescent dye glowed under ultraviolet light.
• His florescent orange shirt stood out in the crowd.