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diaphanous

/daɪˈæf.ən.əs/
adjective
  1. Transparent or translucent; allowing light to pass through; capable of being seen through.

  2. Of a fine, almost transparent, texture; gossamer; light and insubstantial.

  3. Isorefractive, having an identical refractive index.

Synonymstranslucent, transparent, delicate, insubstantial
Antonymsconcrete, solid, opaque

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