pearlescent

adjective

pearl·​es·​cent ˌpər-ˈle-sᵊnt How to pronounce pearlescent (audio)
: having a pearly luster
a pearlescent lacquer
pearlescence noun

Examples of pearlescent in a Sentence

the sedan comes in an array of colors, with either a metallic or pearlescent finish
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The double-sided stick—one metallic and the other foil—is attached by a magnetic base to mix-and-match pearlescent, sheer foils with full coverage, dimensional metallics. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 11 July 2025 One of the style’s most contentious points among purists is its pearlescent finish, which has shifted to varying shades over the shoe’s many reissues. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 9 July 2025 Amal completed the look with a black and pearlescent clutch bag and gold Gianvito Rossi Plexi Pumps. Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 2 June 2025 This season is all about light-catching balms, pearlescent creams, and tone-matching highlighters that melt into the skin. Larry Stansbury, Essence, 27 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for pearlescent

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pearlescent was in 1926

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“Pearlescent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pearlescent. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

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