iridescence

Meanings

• noun

  The phenomenon of certain surfaces reflecting light in various brilliant colors, often due to the presence of thin layers or microscopic structures.

  - "The iridescence on the butterfly's wings was breathtaking."
  - "The oil slick on the pond displayed beautiful iridescence."
  - "The gemstone's iridescence changed color as it was turned."

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Rhymes

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desistance , resistance , persistance , prudence , denseance , senseance

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Variants

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iridescence , iridescences

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'iridescere', meaning 'to rainbow'.

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Trivia

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1. Iridescence is caused by the interference of light waves.

2. The term 'iridescence' was first used in English in the late 16th century.

3. Some animals, such as peacocks and certain species of beetles, have iridescent scales or exoskeletons.

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Related Concepts

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1. opalescence: A similar phenomenon to iridescence, characterized by the play of shifting colors in a translucent substance, such as a gemstone or a pearl.

2. rainbow: A meteorological phenomenon characterized by the reflection, refraction, and dispersion of light in raindrops, resulting in a spectrum of colors.

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Culture

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Iridescence is often associated with beauty and wonder in various cultures. It has been used as a symbol of transformation and renewal in many mythologies, and is a common theme in art and literature.

How to Memorize "iridescence"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize iridescence, visualize a shimmering, rainbow-colored surface, such as a soap bubble or an oil slick.

2. associate
   

   - Associate iridescence with the beauty and wonder of a rainbow or a shimmering gemstone.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Iridis Shimmers Rainbow' to remember the meaning of iridescence.

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