translucent
trans·lu·cent
adj \-sənt\Definition of TRANSLUCENT
1
: permitting the passage of light: a : clear, transparent <translucent water> b : transmitting and diffusing light so that objects beyond cannot be seen clearly
2
: free from disguise or falseness <his translucent patriotism — Newsweek>
— trans·lu·cent·ly adverb
See Origin of TRANSLUCENT
Latin translucent-, translucens, present participle of translucēre to shine through, from trans- + lucēre to shine — more at light
First Known Use: 1607
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