SEMITRANSLUCENT Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

semitranslucent

adjective

Definition of semitranslucent

as in translucent

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Adjective

The translucent finish and bright orange color looks just like a splash of Aperol.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Sunlight entering translucent barrels can cause rapid algae blooms, says Scott.

— SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026

Definition of translucent

Adjective

Follow that up with a coat of protective finish, such as General Finishes Outdoor Oil, or a semitransparent exterior stain.

— Daniel Modlin, Architectural Digest, 5 Mar. 2026
Or the hundreds of husks left on the ground, brown, semitransparent, upholding the shape of the life that had once been but was now gone?

— Yiyun Li, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026

Definition of semitransparent

Adjective

Dion’s look appeared to be made out of a slightly sheer material, showing off her legs through the diaphanous fabric.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 16 June 2026
That spirit is exemplified by Ford, a gregarious hostess who moves through the various groupings of women in a diaphanous full-length blue dress, introducing Godfred to a group of attendees and hugging both first-timers and her OGs enthusiastically.

— Paula L. Woods, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026

Definition of diaphanous

Adjective

The divisive trend first crossed my desk when Jennifer Lawrence stepped out in Paloma Wool’s sheer sarong-style version of the piece last summer, pairing the flowy garment with a cool oversized T-shirt and strappy sling-backs.

— Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 11 July 2026
Perfumers often create this effect with notes like white musk, skin musk, aldehydes, watery florals, sheer woods, and delicate citrus, which together can evoke a cozy sense of self-care.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 11 July 2026

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