prismatic

Meanings

• A transparent and translucent object that refracts light in such a way that it appears to be made up of many prism-shaped facets.

  - "The sunset cast a prismatic glow over the landscape."
  - "The rainbow was a breathtaking prismatic display of colors."
  - "The crystal chandelier hung above the dining table, casting a prismatic glow over the meal."

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Synonyms

motley , multicolored , polychromatic

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Rhymes

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prismatic , fascinating , stationary , rainbow-like

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Homophones

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1. Prismatic (en) : Adjective meaning having the appearance of many prism-shaped facets, often due to the refraction of light.
   

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Variants

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prismatic , prismatically

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{"term"=>"prismatic crystal", "definition"=>"A type of crystal that exhibits a prismatic or rainbow-like appearance due to the refraction of light through the crystal's many facets."}

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'prisma', meaning 'a body transparent or translucent and refracting light into prismatic colors.'

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Trivia

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1. {"question"=>"What is the term for the spectrum of light that is refracted by a prism?", "answer"=>"The term for the spectrum of light that is refracted by a prism is called a rainbow or prismatic spectrum."}

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1. refraction:

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Culture

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In various cultures throughout history, the prismatic or rainbow-like appearance of certain objects or phenomena has been associated with various symbolic and spiritual meanings. For example, in ancient Greek mythology, the rainbow was believed to be a bridge between the earthly world and the divine realm of the gods. In Christian iconography, the rainbow or prismatic appearance of certain objects or phenomena, such as the Holy Grail or the celestial city of Jerusalem, is often used to symbolize the divine or spiritual nature of those objects or phenomena.

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