iridescence (Meaning)
iridescence (n)
the visual property of something having a milky brightness and a play of colors from the surface
iridescence (n.)
Exhibition of colors like those of the rainbow; the quality or state of being iridescent; a prismatic play of color; as, the iridescence of mother-of-pearl.
Synonyms & Antonyms of iridescence
iridescence Sentence Examples
- The butterfly's wings exhibited a mesmerizing iridescence, reflecting a spectrum of colors in the sunlight.
- The opal gemstone is renowned for its unique iridescence, which results from light diffraction within its structure.
- Certain types of fish, such as the rainbow trout, possess scales that shimmer with iridescence underwater.
- The soap bubble's surface displayed a stunning iridescence, captivating the children as they chased after it.
- The peacock's feathers dazzled with iridescence, showcasing vibrant blues, greens, and purples.
- The pearl's surface had a subtle iridescence, lending it an aura of elegance and sophistication.
- The oil spill on the water created an unfortunate iridescence, highlighting the environmental impact of pollution.
- The hummingbird's throat gleamed with iridescence, catching the light as it flitted among the flowers.
- The butterfly's wings seemed to dance with iridescence as it fluttered through the garden.
- The opalescent shells on the seashore glimmered with iridescence, drawing beachcombers to their beauty.
FAQs About the word iridescence
the visual property of something having a milky brightness and a play of colors from the surfaceExhibition of colors like those of the rainbow; the quality or s
irradiation,luminescence, refulgence, brilliance, shimmer, gleam, radiance, radiancy,illumination, glaze
dullness, paleness, dulness, dulness, flatness, dirtiness, drabness, dimness, dirtiness, grayness
The butterfly's wings exhibited a mesmerizing iridescence, reflecting a spectrum of colors in the sunlight.
The opal gemstone is renowned for its unique iridescence, which results from light diffraction within its structure.
Certain types of fish, such as the rainbow trout, possess scales that shimmer with iridescence underwater.
The soap bubble's surface displayed a stunning iridescence, captivating the children as they chased after it.
