Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pearly-white
adjective
/ˈpɜːrli waɪt/
Definition
Having the color and luster of a pearl; shiny and white.
Examples
- She smiled, revealing her pearly-white teeth.
- The bathroom tiles were a pearly-white, giving the room a fresh look.
- His skin had a pearly-white glow in the sunlight.
Meaning
Typically refers to something that is bright, smooth, and white, resembling the appearance of a pearl.
Synonyms
- shiny
- gleaming
- luminous
- bright
- ivory
