CRYSTALLINE Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

crystalline

adjective

ˈkri-stə-lən

Definition of crystalline

as in crystal

easily seen through we could see fish swimming beneath the crystalline ice of the frozen lake

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Recent Examples of crystalline That process is called carbonation, in which carbon dioxide from the air seeps into the concrete and reacts with calcium-rich compounds, leaving behind calcite, a hard crystalline mineral. — Sam MacDonald, Scientific American, 11 July 2026 Science aside, the clean, crystalline water inspires an irresistible urge to dive right in. — Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2026 The device is completed by caps of crystalline silicon at each end, the source and drain. — IEEE Spectrum, 25 June 2026 The lush gardens, manicured but also a touch sauvage, have plenty of recliners, and a crystalline pool just begs for a quick dip. — Caitlin Gunther, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for crystalline

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O’Connor’s face filled the screen, her crystal-blue eyes piercing me in my own living room.

— Jayson Greene, Pitchfork, 25 July 2026
Beside the dessert sat a crystal coupe overflowing with Caramelized Shallot Dip from Every Leaf, Every Stem.

— Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 June 2026

Definition of crystal

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Some Austin City Council members have released statements on social media calling for a transparent investigation.

— Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Sell the position through concise job descriptions, transparent salary ranges, and highlighting small business advantages like flexibility and impact.

— Rob Falzon, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of transparent

Adjective

Titan’s lower gravity, as well as liquid methane’s lower density, does change how waves behave there.

— Phil Plait, Scientific American, 31 July 2026
Like the Chinese test facility, the KRONOS design uses inert helium rather than liquid water to cool the reactor core.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026

Definition of liquid

Adjective

But this would really be for your own peace of mind and in the interests of keeping clear lines of communication open.

— R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 28 July 2026
That challenge becomes even clearer when lawmakers consider how dramatically HOAs vary across North Carolina.

— Nora O'Neill July 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2026

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