GAUZELIKE Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

gauzelike

adjective

Definition of gauzelike

as in transparent

very thin and easy to see through a beautiful, gauzelike fabric

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Unlike a polished piece of metal which is reflective and the same material from every direction, a second surface mirror is an assemblage, has a transparent layer, a reflective layer, and an opaque layer.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026
Is this organization, much of whose funding is not transparent and comes from member states in the Persian Gulf, designed to make peace, or make money?

— Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of transparent

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Beyond its sheer size and resort-level amenities, the estate’s value lies in the kind of construction and materials that are difficult to replicate at today’s costs.

— David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026
The baby pink style was made of a sheer, breezy pink fabric and featured crystallized spaghetti straps that gave way to frindgy crystalized trim that decorated the hem.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2026

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