disthene

/dɪsˈθiːni/

Definitions

1. noun

A mineral, a variety of dumortierite, found in Namibia.

“The geologist examined the disthene crystals for their unique optical properties.”

2. noun

A term used to describe a person or thing that is genuine or authentic.

“She was searching for a disthene person to trust with her business idea.”

Synonyms

  • authentic
  • genuine

Antonyms

  • fake
  • phony