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

Others are just plain offensive when seen through modern eyes, serving as reminders of the rampant whitewashing of the early film industry. — Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 6 July 2026

Every load would be seen through from start to finish, so that meant daily ironing, too. — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 July 2026

Adjective

Despite the ultra-light wash, others say the backside isn’t see-through, due to the thick and durable denim weave. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 8 July 2026

Shoppers note that the material is not see-through, yet is still light enough to wear on the hottest days of the year. — Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 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