crystalline

• Qualifie quelque chose de transparent, de pur ou qui évoque un cristal par sa structure ou son apparence.

Describes something that is clear, transparent, or resembling crystal in structure or appearance.

1. Structure of crystalsB2formalscientific

   Having the structure and form of a crystal; composed of crystals.

   Qui a la structure d'un cristal

   • The mineral has a crystalline structure.
   • Snowflakes are crystalline in nature.
   • The rock was entirely crystalline, with no visible grains.

   Synonymescrystalcrystallized

   Antonymesamorphousnoncrystalline

2. Clear and transparentB2formal

   Resembling crystal in being clear, transparent, or sparkling.

   clair et transparent comme le cristal

   • The water in the mountain lake was crystalline.
   • She had crystalline blue eyes.
   • The glass was perfectly crystalline, without any bubbles.

   Synonymesclearglassylimpidlucidpellucidtransparent

   Antonymescloudyfoggymurkyopaqueturbid