translucent

Phonetic Respelling: [ trans-loo-suhnt, tranz- ]

Definition:

adj. permitting light to pass through but diffusing it so that persons or objects; on the opposite side are not clearly visible; clear; transparent

Sentence:

The frosted window glass was translucent but not transparent.

More example sentences:

The frosted window glass was translucent but not transparent.

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Mesoglea is a translucent jelly-like substance found in coelenterates.

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A polar bear's white fur is actually translucent. What does translucent mean?

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Synonyms:

clear; lucid; sheer; obvious

Antonyms:

opaque

Translucent rhymes:

• Two Syllable Rhymes
  • lucent
  • poussant