semitranslucent

adjective

Definition of semitranslucentnext
as in translucent

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for semitranslucent
  1. translucent
  2. semitransparent
  3. diaphanous
  4. lucid
  5. sheer
Adjective
  • The flesh should change from translucent to mostly opaque and flake easily when gently pressed with a fork.
    — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Flags sagged in the rain and translucent ponchos billowed in the wind, but the sound of bagpipes and a booming sousaphone kept the crowd moving.
    — Lila Hempel-Edgers, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 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
  • Kaia Gerber left little to the imagination in a diaphanous black dress at the London premiere of The Shards.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 30 July 2026
  • Those who lean bohemian may like a diaphanous nightie from Dôen or Chloé, paired with cage sandals and oversized shades.
    — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 17 July 2026
Definition of diaphanous
Adjective
  • Zuckerman said Monday’s cross-examination helped the defense by supplying testimony that Clancy could appear lucid at some moments while experiencing severe psychiatric symptoms at others.
    — Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The South London rapper-producer’s first album for Surf Gang is lucid, soulful, and expertly curated.
    — Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of lucid
Adjective
  • Overall, the effect of both was a really subtle, sheer, wearable eye shadow that enhanced my eyes while still feeling really natural and effortless.
    — Elle Turner, Glamour, 8 Aug. 2026
  • At the vessel level, sheer survival is about to overtop operational efficiency.
    — Craig Hooper, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of sheer
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“Semitranslucent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/semitranslucent. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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