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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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 Dakota Fanning Fanning wore a strapless Armani Privé gown embellished with pearlescent beads. Hannah Malach, WWD, 15 Sep. 2024 Sony’s pearlescent new PS5 colors will jazz up your gaming station Horizon Zero Dawn is getting a remaster for PlayStation 5 and PC The PS5 Slim Digital Edition is on sale starting for as low as $399 ($51 off) at retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target. Quentyn Kennemer, The Verge, 9 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 24 Nov. 2024.

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