chatoyant

Definition of chatoyantnext

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Adjective
  • These recall the varicolored water specimens that Wolfe has exhibited previously.
    Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2019
Adjective
  • Chase Infiniti stepped onto the carpet in a multicolored custom dripping gown by Thom Browne, paired with voluminous hair that transitioned from brown to blonde.
    Mecca Pryor, Essence, 4 May 2026
  • By using a mix of multicolored cherry tomatoes and small fresh mozzarella balls, this simple salad becomes super easy to serve at a luncheon or shower.
    Patricia S York, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Next came Chase Infiniti, wearing a colorful trompe-l’oeil Thom Browne dress (another Venus de Milo tribute).
    Jane Bua, New Yorker, 14 May 2026
  • Try a colorful coverlet to make an eye-catching statement, add a light and airy layer over your comforter for a seasonal refresh, or trade a modern design for traditional patterns to make your space feel effortlessly more inviting.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Adjective
  • The house functions as both an intimate family getaway and a polychromatic playground for more adult divertissements.
    Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2026
  • Or, amble along the Rock Creek Loop for polychromatic forests and gurgling creeks.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Some varieties feature stunning variegated leaves, enhancing their beauty as fillers in window boxes and other containers.
    Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Apr. 2026
  • There are also a number of variegated lavenders with green leaves and gold or silver edges.
    Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Opt for Variation To lend depth and texture to your space, look for iridescent tile options that have artisanal detail and subtle variation, suggests Khahil.
    Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
  • Males of the species are mostly emerald green with a blue-green throat and a long, iridescent purple and blue tail.
    Anderson Cooper, CBS News, 3 May 2026
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“Chatoyant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chatoyant. Accessed 18 May. 2026.

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