Metallic

usgb/məˈtælɪk/
adjective

Something that is like metal or made of metal.

The car had a metallic blue color.
Visual representation of "metallic" - Something that is like metal or made of metal

Often appears as...

  • metallic taste
  • metallic sound
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Physical Quality

Use 'metallic' to describe the sheen or shine similar to metal on surfaces.

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She wore a dress with a subtle metallic sheen.
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Color Nuance

'Metallic' describes colors with a shiny, reflective quality, not just any color.

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The artist used a metallic gold paint.
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Not Always Metal

Items with a metallic appearance might not be made of actual metal.

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The metallic bag is actually made of plastic.
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