1. becoming warm or hot; increasing in heat or temperature
Usage: formal; technical

Examples

• The incalescent metal began to glow as the furnace temperature rose.
• Scientists observed the incalescent properties of the material under intense light.
• The incalescent surface warned visitors to keep their distance.
• During the experiment, the incalescent reaction produced visible heat waves.
• The blacksmith worked carefully with the incalescent iron.
• Incalescent gases escaped from the volcanic vent.