Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

iridaceous

Adjective

ˌɪrɪˈdeɪʃəs

Definition

Belonging to or resembling the iris, particularly in the context of color or appearance.

Examples

The iridaceous hues of the flowers caught everyone’s attention in the garden.
Her eyes had an iridaceous quality that varied in color depending on the light.
The artist was known for his iridaceous paintings that depicted luminous landscapes.

Meaning

The term iridaceous refers to something that is related to or has the qualities of the iris, which is often associated with vibrant colors seen in certain flowers or in the eye.