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Opalescent

usgb/ˌəʊpəˈlesnt/Volume
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Visual Imagery

Imagine an object reflecting colors like a soap bubble or pearl; that's 'opalescent'.

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She wore an opalescent dress that caught everyone's eye.
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Light Interaction

'Opalescent' objects change color when the angle of light changes. It's about reflection and refraction.

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The opalescent vase on the windowsill looked different from every angle.
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Nature Inspired

Think of natural occurrences like the inside of seashells or oils on water to grasp 'opalescent'.

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The shell's opalescent interior reminded her of the ocean's beauty.
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