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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Chanel nail artist Betina R. Goldstein uses a pearlescent powder to give nude nails a shimmery iridescent shine before placing real freshwater pearls all over. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024 Free Assembly Beaded Sweater Dress $32 $20 at Walmart The sweater dress features pearlescent beading around the body that gives the otherwise simple dress a luxe and festive feel. Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024 The sun's outer layers will be cast away into deep space, revealing its pearlescent core. Keith Cooper, Space.com, 19 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, 2 Dec. 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 2 Jan. 2025.

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