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Grade 6
(trans-lu-cent) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. allowing light to pass through but not detailed shapes.

Example Sentence

The frosted window glass was translucent but not transparent.

More Example Sentences

Her translucent skin glowed in the sunlight.

Synonyms

see-through; semi-transparent; cloudy

Antonyms

opaque; solid; dark

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translucent
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Rhymes

  • lucent
  • poussant

  • translucent
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