Learn a Word Daily — Iridescent
Your Word of the Day — Iridescent: definition, nuance, usage & audio.
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Word of the Day · December 4, 2025
Iridescent
ih-ri-DESS-uhnt · adjective
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Definition
- Showing luminous colors that seem to change with angle.
- Rainbowlike in sheen.
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Origin & Etymology
From Iris, Greek goddess of the rainbow.
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Nuance
Often used for shells, wings, films, or fabrics.
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Usage
“Iridescent wings flashed in the sunlight.”
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Fun Fact
“Iridescence” arises from microstructure interference of light.
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