1. plural of iridescence; the quality or state of showing luminous colors that seem to change when viewed from different angles
Usage: typically used in scientific, artistic, or descriptive contexts

Examples

• The iridescences of the soap bubble shifted from blue to green as it floated through the air.
• The artist captured the iridescences of the peacock feathers in her painting.
• Oil slicks on water display striking iridescences due to light interference.
• The jeweler studied the iridescences of different gemstones under various lighting conditions.
• Butterfly wings exhibit remarkable iridescences that serve as camouflage and display.
• The iridescences in the mineral sample made it a prized addition to the collection.