Definition

The quality of being transparent or allowing light to pass through.

Example

The diaphaneity of the glass allowed sunlight to fill the room.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the diaphaneity of water when you look at it?

Yeah, it's fascinating how clear and pure it can look.

Exactly! The diaphaneity makes it seem almost magical sometimes.

Totally, it's like you can see right through it to the bottom.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Diaphaneity → It is formed from "dia-" (meaning through) and "phanai" (meaning to show or to appear) combined with the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the quality of being able to be seen through or the state of transparency.

Memory Tip

Think of 'through' ('dia-') and 'showing' ('phanai') to remember that diaphaneity refers to the quality of being transparent or see-through.

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