irid

/ˈaɪrɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

a chemical element, symbol Ir, with an atomic number of 77.

“The irid in the lab was used to create a new compound.”

2. verb

to shine or glow with a bright, rainbow-like color.

“The sunset irid across the sky as the sun dipped below the horizon.”

Synonyms

  • glisten
  • glitter
  • sparkle

Antonyms

  • dull
  • fade