PRISMATIC Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

prismatic

adjective

priz-ˈma-tik

Definition of prismatic

as in colorful

marked by a variety of usually vivid colors with its prismatic plumage, the ruby-throated hummingbird is one of our garden's most prized visitors

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Recent Examples of prismatic The fusing of realist horror with a fantastical device allows for a kind of prismatic re-seeing in the way of a parable. — Chloe Benjamain, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026 The exterior emphasizes a forward-leaning silhouette, expansive glazing for clear lines of sight and stylish, prismatic shapes. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 16 June 2026 Schoenbrun’s movie is an invitation to give into your body — but the film is at the same time very much wrapped up inside its own head, which makes for a prismatic, woozy viewing experience. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 May 2026 The prismatic frock was paired with a Shebobo Kate bucket hat, along with Bulgari sunglasses, Chloé platform sandals and a Fendi bag. — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for prismatic

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Adjective

Frosted glass walls reveal a garden of oversize, colorful leather flowers, while wood and leather, recurring materials in Polène’s stores, appear in the furnishings.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Other suites are even more striking, covered from head to toe in a flora wallpaper and bright, colorful custom furniture.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of colorful

Adjective

Vivier’s signature buckle can be rendered in gold or silver, with colored brass available on select styles.

— Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Its cyan-colored vehicles will compete with Ubers, Lyfts and autonomous taxis to shuttle customers across busy streets and freeways.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of colored

Adjective

The allegations are wide-ranging, varied and horrific, and Brand will have the chance to defend himself likely in a few weeks’ time.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026
The destinations varied, but both trips gave these women the rare pleasure of having their wishes shape the experiences—and allowed their daughters to know them in a new way.

— Jenn Sinrich, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of varied

Adjective

Players whose teams wore Pride Night caps had the option to wear their everyday, non-rainbow hats.

— Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
The numbers on the backs of player jerseys were rainbow, and there were constantly pride/rainbow graphics popping up on the jumbotron.

— Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026

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