pearlescent

adjective

pearl·​es·​cent ˌpər-ˈle-sᵊnt How to pronounce pearlescent (audio)
Synonyms of pearlescentnext
: 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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With a simple white line of polish, transform your fingertips into works of art like this pearlescent beige manicure does. Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 14 June 2026 The pearlescent wand features a green jewel and a keychain clip. Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 June 2026 Now, anyone with a Cash App card can pay $25 to turn that card into a pearlescent, sparkly magic wand. Boone Ashworth, Wired News, 4 June 2026 To my right was a picture of a pearlescent orb floating on a blank field. Jonathan Odden, Artforum, 2 June 2026 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 6 Jul. 2026.

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