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iridescence Synonyms

Another word for iridescence

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• noun (Context 1)

A lustrous, rainbow-like optical phenomenon in which a surface appears to gradually change color as the angle of view or the angle of illumination changes.

Usage Example

"The delicate soap bubble floated through the garden, displaying a brilliant opalescence in the afternoon sunlight."

Strongest
opalescence
irisation
Strong
pearlescence
shimmer
luster
sheen

Opposites of iridescence

The opposite of iridescence shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

dullness
matte
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• Nearby Words

irately
ire
ireland
iridescence
iridescent
iris
irish moss

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Iridescence. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/iridescence
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