Synonyms of diaphanous
6 similar words · 3 opposite words
Another word for diaphanous is see-through. Other synonyms of diaphanous are sheer and insubstantial. The opposite of diaphanous is solid.
Synonyms and similar words for diaphanous
adjectiveTransparent or translucent; allowing light to pass through; capable of being seen through.
- translucent
- transparent
- see-throughTransparent or translucent; that can be seen through.
- sheerVery thin or transparent.
adjectiveOf a fine, almost transparent, texture; gossamer; light and insubstantial.
- delicate
- insubstantialLacking substance; not real or strong.
Opposite of diaphanous
adjectiveTransparent or translucent; allowing light to pass through; capable of being seen through.
Meaning of diaphanous
- adjective Transparent or translucent; allowing light to pass through; capable of being seen through.
- adjective Of a fine, almost transparent, texture; gossamer; light and insubstantial.
- adjective Isorefractive, having an identical refractive index.
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Questions about synonyms of diaphanous
- What is another word for diaphanous?
- Diaphanous has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as see-through, sheer and insubstantial.
- What is the opposite of diaphanous?
- The opposite of diaphanous is solid.
- What does diaphanous mean?
- Diaphanous means transparent or translucent; allowing light to pass through; capable of being seen through.
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