1. plural of pearlescence; the quality or state of having a soft luster resembling that of a pearl, with colors that seem to shift or shimmer
Usage: typically used in technical, artistic, or descriptive contexts

Examples

• The pearlescences of the abalone shells caught the light beautifully.
• The artist studied the pearlescences in the butterfly wings to replicate them in the painting.
• Different pearlescences appear on the surface depending on the viewing angle.
• The cosmetic formula creates subtle pearlescences that enhance the skin's natural glow.
• The pearlescences of the nacre layer make it highly valued in jewelry design.