Definition

Having a quality or appearance similar to dust, often fine and powdery.

Example

The old book was covered in a dustlike layer that made it hard to read.

Conversation

Have you seen that new art exhibit downtown?

Not yet, but I heard it features some really dustlike sculptures.

Yeah, they say the artist uses materials that resemble dust.

That sounds intriguing! I definitely want to check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dustlike → It is formed from "dust" (from Old English *dūst*, meaning fine particles or powder) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "dustlike" means resembling or similar to dust.

Memory Tip

Think of something that looks or feels like fine particles — that's what dustlike means.

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