Translucency (Noun)
Meaning
The quality of allowing light to pass diffusely.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The translucency of the stained glass window allowed the sunlight to filter through and cast a kaleidoscope of colors on the floor.
- The artist achieved a beautiful translucency in her watercolor painting by using thin layers of transparent washes.
- The translucency of the ice sculpture made it seem almost ethereal, as if it might melt away at any moment.
- The new window film added a degree of translucency to the glass, reducing glare and improving visibility.
- The delicate translucency of the butterfly's wings was a marvel of nature, allowing the intricate patterns to be visible from both sides.