pearlescent

adjective

pearl·​es·​cent ˌpər-ˈle-sᵊnt How to pronounce pearlescent (audio)
: having a pearly luster
a pearlescent lacquer
pearlescence noun

Examples of pearlescent in a Sentence

the sedan comes in an array of colors, with either a metallic or pearlescent finish
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For a more diverse finish, play with a variety of cardstock styles, such as textured foil, iridescent, pearlescent, holographic, or glitter. Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Dec. 2024 Etude Tear Eye Drop Liner $7 Amazon A sparkly little number, Etude's Eye Drop Liner is a nicely pigmented, pearlescent liquid liner for all-day, lid-flare. Sarah Han, Allure, 30 Nov. 2024 Shields wore a vintage cream gown that once belonged to her mother, Teri, which was adorned with pearlescent beads and crystals. Hannah Malach, WWD, 27 Oct. 2024 Look for a pearlescent polish with a silvery cast, as opposed to one with a shimmery white finish. Allure Editors, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pearlescent 

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pearlescent was in 1926

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“Pearlescent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pearlescent. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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