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

Inside, each watch is powered by the brand’s HUB1710 automatic movement (which can be seen through the caseback), offering up a frequency of 4 Hz and a 50-hour power reserve. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2026

At the center of that world remains the bead, currently enjoying a broader fashion resurgence but something Moubayed sees through a much longer lens. — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026

Adjective

On the main level, the open kitchen, dining room, and living room are centered around a striking see-through gas fireplace, one of four found on the property. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 14 Sep. 2026

Residents and city leadership for years have expressed their frustration over the see-through structure and, more recently, the crane hovering over the site at Peachtree and 14th streets. — Savannah Sicurella, AJC.com, 14 Sep. 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