iridescent Definition
showing luminous colors that seem to change when seen from different angles.
Using iridescent: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "iridescent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The iridescent wings of a butterfly.
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The oil slick on the water was iridescent in the sunlight.
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The soap bubbles were iridescent and shone with all the colors of the rainbow.
iridescent Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for iridescent
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Summary: iridescent in Brief
The term 'iridescent' [ˌɪrɪˈdɛs(ə)nt] describes something that shows luminous colors that seem to change when seen from different angles. It is often used to describe the shimmering, pearlescent or opalescent effect of surfaces such as butterfly wings, oil slicks, or soap bubbles.
