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
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Recent Examples of prismatic
In a sea of prismatic high points during Sunday's show, a quieter moment stands out.
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Jason Lamphier, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026
Then there is the shop’s prismatic collection of staples, melted and tempered in-house into bonbons and chocolate bars.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2026
Ford said the facility remains on track to begin manufacturing LFP prismatic battery cells this year to power Ford’s upcoming midsize electric truck, to be built at Louisville Assembly Plant in Kentucky in 2027 and to be the first model on the new Universal EV Platform.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Freep.com, 29 Jan. 2026
This prismatic purple offers prime real estate for tropical flowers and amber accents.
—Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
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Jason Lamphier, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026
Then there is the shop’s prismatic collection of staples, melted and tempered in-house into bonbons and chocolate bars.
—John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 30 Jan. 2026
Ford said the facility remains on track to begin manufacturing LFP prismatic battery cells this year to power Ford’s upcoming midsize electric truck, to be built at Louisville Assembly Plant in Kentucky in 2027 and to be the first model on the new Universal EV Platform.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Freep.com, 29 Jan. 2026
This prismatic purple offers prime real estate for tropical flowers and amber accents.
—Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 18 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prismatic
Adjective
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This neighborhood is distinctly local and aesthetic — think colorful murals, indie shops and a creative energy that feels nothing like the Broadway tourist scene.—
Lauren Schuster,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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For an even more colorful choice, red-hot pairs from Le Monde Beryl or even Khaite’s rich mahogany slingbacks break up any monochromatic look beautifully.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Last week, before the court recessed for Easter, John briefly took the stand, legs and hands shackled and dressed in a khaki-colored prison uniform.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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The outfit was supposed to have matching pants, but it was reported by Sports Illustrated that Day was told by Augusta National to wear normal, solid-colored pants instead.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Several California cities have levied taxes on empty homes and lots, with varied success.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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The City Council passed four ordinances in 2025 that together encourage the construction of more varied housing types, and by extension, greater density — with the ultimate aim of lowering home prices in a notoriously expensive metro housing market.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Adept anglers can fly-fish for them across the varied terrain of the property’s creeks or patrol the marshy perimeters its six Class A lakes for the coveted catch, as well as fellow trout—namely rainbow, brown, and brook–that often exceed 20 inches.—
Alexandra Kirkman,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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Suspended from the fashionable wooden arch are a teething ring, crinkly rainbow, rattle, mirror, and plush moon to promote hand-eye coordination.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
24 Oct. 2024
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“Prismatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prismatic. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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