Diaphanous

Pronunciation: /daɪˈæfənɪs/

Diaphanous (adjective)

  1. Very thin and light, allowing light to pass through easily.
  2. Having a delicate quality, often used to describe textures or appearances.

Examples

  • The curtains were diaphanous, allowing sunlight to filter through.
  • The flowers had diaphanous petals that fluttered in the breeze.

Common collocations: diaphanous fabric, diaphanous dress, diaphanous texture, diaphanous layers

Synonyms of Diaphanous

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Diaphanous

  • — Describes materials that do not allow light to pass through.
  • — Refers to materials that are thick and not transparent.