1. plural of opalescence; the quality or state of showing a play of colors like that of an opal, with a milky or pearly iridescence
Usage: typically used in scientific, artistic, or descriptive contexts

Examples

• The opalescences in the soap bubble shifted from blue to green as it caught the light.
• The gemologist studied the various opalescences displayed by different mineral samples.
• The artist captured the opalescences of the peacock feathers in her painting.
• The opalescences of the aurora borealis created a breathtaking display across the night sky.
• Under the microscope, the opalescences of the butterfly wing scales revealed their intricate structure.
• The designer incorporated opalescences into the fabric to create a shimmering effect.