polychroic

/ˌpɒlɪˈkroʊɪk/ or /ˌpɒlɪˈkrɔɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or relating to multiple colors or a multicolored appearance.

“The polychroic stained glass windows in the cathedral added a beautiful, colorful element to the architecture.”

2. noun

A pigment or substance that exhibits multiple colors depending on the direction of the light, typically due to the presence of metallic ions or platelets.

“The artist used polychroic pigments to create a unique and dynamic visual effect in her artwork.”

Synonyms

  • multicolored
  • multicoloured
  • polychrome

Antonyms

  • monochromatic
  • monochromic