Opaque

usgb/əʊˈpeɪk/
adjective

Not allowing light to pass through, not transparent.

The bathroom windows are made of opaque glass for privacy.
Visual representation of "opaque" - Not allowing light to pass through, not transparent

Often appears as...

  • opaque glass
  • opaque substance
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Privacy Usage

Used to describe things that prevent visibility for privacy, like curtains or screens.

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They installed opaque curtains to prevent onlookers.
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Light Blocker

Refers to substances that completely block light, unlike 'translucent' materials.

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The walls were painted with an opaque coating.
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