see through

1 of 2

verb

saw through; seen through; seeing through; sees through

transitive verb

: to grasp the true nature of

saw through the scheme

see-through

2 of 2

adjective

ˈsē-ˌthrü 

: transparent sense 1

Synonyms of see through

Adjective

• transparent
• crystal
• clear
• liquid
• translucent

Examples of see through in a Sentence

Adjective

consumers pretty much expect see-through packaging for bacon

a designer whose see-through clothes scandalized the fashion world back in the 1960s

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Marketing in Hollywood is often seen through a lens of huge budgets, splashy red carpets and soaring advertisements. — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 21 July 2026

Fundamentally, the sides are so far apart that what constitutes economic disparity and competitive balance is seen through an entirely different lens. — Maury Brown, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Adjective

In new imagery unveiled on July 15, the 54-year-old actress modeled three completely see-through ensembles. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 15 July 2026

Ornately woven with see-through elements, the bold design embodied both Helen of Troy’s complexity and famed beauty. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1851, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for see through

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou