Definition

In a way that relates to or resembles a prism, often referring to the dispersion of light into colors.

Example

The light shone prismatically, creating a beautiful spectrum on the wall.

Conversation

Did you notice how the light hits the wall in such a beautiful way?

Yeah, it looks like it's shining prismatically!

I've never seen it look like that before.

It’s amazing how light can create such colorful effects.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prismatically → It is formed from "prisma" (from Greek "prisma", meaning something sawed or cut) and the suffix "-atically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "prismatically" refers to something that relates to or is characteristic of a prism, often in terms of light and color dispersion.

Memory Tip

Think of a prism that 'cuts' light into colors ('prisma') and remember that 'prismatically' describes something that relates to this colorful effect.

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