SEMITRANSLUCENT Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

semitranslucent

adjective

Definition of semitranslucent

as in translucent

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Adjective

Visual refinements to the translucent Liquid Glass interface improve the overall design, with a cleaner look and sharper border contrast.

— Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026
Scibelli suggests starting with lips free of other products and dusting on a light layer of translucent powder before lip liner and lipstick, according to Allure.

— Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of translucent

Adjective

Choose a semitransparent stain in a neutral color to give your fence a natural look that complements the wood grain.

— Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2026
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

Definition of semitransparent

Adjective

Meunier, who keeps a replica of the mask in his apartment, translated his fascination with her into a hauntingly romantic collection of diaphanous, nightdress-like gowns, fluid tailoring, and trailing silhouettes.

— Livia Caligor, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026
Despite the luxurious textures, the diaphanous space had the air of a compartment.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of diaphanous

Adjective

Binoche plays Amanda with a surfeit of tenderness for her mother, who goes from being lucid to infantile without warning.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
This lucid translation makes no apologies for preserving Homer’s (to us) nonidiomatic constructions.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of lucid

Adjective

Daylight filters through sheer curtains at the floor-to-ceiling windows, and nearly every room opens onto a furnished patio or balcony overlooking the pool or the city.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
Ess’ personal favorite is Veil of Vanilla, a sheer woody vanilla scent.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of sheer

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