Synonyms of prismatic

prismatic

adjective

priz-ˈma-tik 

as in colorful

marked by a variety of usually vivid colors

with its prismatic plumage, the ruby-throated hummingbird is one of our garden's most prized visitors

Synonyms & Similar Words

• colorful
• colored
• varied
• rainbow
• various
• kaleidoscopic
• multicolored
• polychromatic
• chromatic
• striped
• vibrant
• varicolored
• multihued
• variegated
• brilliant
• polychrome
• motley
• iridescent
• bright
• opalescent
• dotted
• gaudy
• showy
• garish
• patterned
• marbled
• plaid
• loud
• spotted
• flashy
• striated
• brave
• checkered
• dappled
• speckled
• flecked
• dichromatic
• mottled
• banded
• gay
• trichromatic
• splashy
• specked
• pied
• pinto
• plaided
• streaked
• barred
• tricolor
• bicolored
• brindled
• piebald
• bichrome
• parti-color
• two-toned
• two-tone

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• colorless
• achromatic
• solid
• monochromatic
• gray
• faded
• bleached
• pale
• neutral
• monotone
• pallid
• faint
• dull
• monochromic
• decolorized
• self-colored
• washed-out
• unbrilliant

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of prismatic

The fusing of realist horror with a fantastical device allows for a kind of prismatic re-seeing in the way of a parable. — Chloe Benjamain, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026

The exterior emphasizes a forward-leaning silhouette, expansive glazing for clear lines of sight and stylish, prismatic shapes. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 16 June 2026

Schoenbrun’s movie is an invitation to give into your body — but the film is at the same time very much wrapped up inside its own head, which makes for a prismatic, woozy viewing experience. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 May 2026

The prismatic frock was paired with a Shebobo Kate bucket hat, along with Bulgari sunglasses, Chloé platform sandals and a Fendi bag. — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026