opalescent

Definition of opalescent

Adjectives

having a play of lustrous rainbow colors
"a milky opalescent (or opaline) luster"
Synonyms:
iridescent, nacreous, opaline, pearlescent
bright
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

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