Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pearly

Adjective
/ˈpɜr li/
Definition
Resembling or having the appearance of pearls; often used to describe something that is shiny, smooth, and iridescent.
Examples
  • The water had a pearly shimmer in the sunlight.
  • She wore a pearly necklace that caught everyone’s attention.
  • The sky was painted in pearly hues during sunset.
Meaning
Pearly typically refers to an object that has a lustrous quality similar to that of a pearl, implying beauty and delicacy.
Synonyms
  • iridescent
  • shiny
  • luminous
  • glossy
  • satiny