Definition of opalesces

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • opalesces is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • opalesces is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • opalesces is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 16

Definition of opalesces


  • exhibit a play of colors like that of an opal (verb)

    Examples

    1. This nitrate opalesces under certain conditions
  • reflect light or colors like an opal (verb)

    Examples

    1. Distant clouds opalesce like pale brocade
    2. raindrops caught in a sunbeam seem to opalesce

See definition of opalesces in Merriam Webster