Synonyms of opaque
7 similar words · 9 opposite words
Another word for opaque is thick. Other synonyms of opaque are nontransparent. The opposite of opaque is clear.
Synonyms and similar words for opaque
adjectiveMore synonyms
- adiaphanousNot transparent; not translucent; not diaphanous; opaque.
- nontransparentNot transparent; lacking transparence; opaque.
- thickImpenetrable to sight.
- opacous obsoleteNot allowing the passage of light; opaque.
- opacular obsoleteOpaque.
Opposite of opaque
adjectiveAntonym(s) of “physically”.
- see-throughTransparent or translucent; that can be seen through.
- translucent
- transparent
adjectiveAntonym(s) of “figuratively”.
adjectiveMore antonyms
Meaning of opaque
- adjective Neither reflecting nor emitting light.
- adjective Allowing little light to pass through, not translucent or transparent.
- adjective Unclear, unintelligible, hard to get or explain the meaning of.
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Questions about synonyms of opaque
- What is another word for opaque?
- Opaque has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as thick and nontransparent.
- What is the opposite of opaque?
- The opposite of opaque is clear. Other antonyms of opaque are see-through.
- What does opaque mean?
- Opaque means neither reflecting nor emitting light.
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