noun
- a lustrous rainbow-like play of color caused by differential refraction of light waves
Examples
- The soap bubble displayed beautiful iridescence in the sunlight.
- Oil spills on water create an iridescence that shimmers with multiple colors.
- The peacock’s feathers showed stunning iridescence as it moved.
- Abalone shells are prized for their natural iridescence.
- The hummingbird’s throat feathers had an amazing iridescence.
- Mother-of-pearl exhibits a subtle iridescence that changes with the viewing angle.