Kaleidoscopic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /kə-ˈlī-də-ˌskōp/ ka·lei·do·scope

Meaning & Definition of Kaleidoscopic

Kaleidoscopic (noun)

  1. an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns
  2. something resembling a kaleidoscope
  3. a variegated changing pattern or scene

Kaleidoscopic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. marked by a variety of usually vivid colors

    "a trendy bar that offers a kaleidoscopic array of new-wave martinis that go way beyond the colorless original"

    similar: chromatic, colored, colorful, motley, multicolored, multihued, polychromatic, polychrome, prismatic, rainbow, varicolored, varied, variegated, various
    related: iridescent, opalescent, brave, bright, brilliant, gay, vibrant, flashy, garish, gaudy, loud, showy, splashy, checkered, dotted, patterned, plaid, plaided, striped, dappled, marbled, mottled, parti-color, piebald, pied, pinto, flecked, specked, speckled, spotted, banded, barred, brindled, streaked, striated, bichrome, bicolored, dichromatic, trichromatic, tricolor, two-tone, two-toned
    opposite: colorless, monochromatic, monochromic, monotone, self-colored, solid
    near: achromatic, bleached, decolorized, faded, washed-out, dull, faint, gray, neutral, pale, pallid, unbrilliant

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Kaleidoscopic

The most common words with a similar meaning to Kaleidoscopic:

chromatic, colored, colorful, motley, multicolored, multihued, polychromatic, polychrome, prismatic, rainbow, varicolored, varied, variegated, various

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Kaleidoscopic

Words with the opposite meaning of Kaleidoscopic:

colorless, monochromatic, monochromic, monotone, self-colored, solid

Related Words for Kaleidoscopic

iridescent, opalescent, brave, bright, brilliant, gay, vibrant, flashy, garish, gaudy, loud, showy, splashy, checkered, dotted, patterned, plaid, plaided, striped, dappled, marbled, mottled, parti-color, piebald, pied, pinto, flecked, specked, speckled, spotted

Near Antonyms of Kaleidoscopic

achromatic, bleached, decolorized, faded, washed-out, dull, faint, gray, neutral, pale, pallid, unbrilliant

Word Forms of Kaleidoscopic

Derived words: kaleidoscopic (adjective), kaleidoscopically (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Kaleidoscopic

Greek kalos beautiful + eidos form + English -scope idyll

First known use: 1817

Frequently Asked Questions about Kaleidoscopic

What does "Kaleidoscopic" mean?

"Kaleidoscopic" means an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns.

What is another word for "Kaleidoscopic"?

Other words for "Kaleidoscopic" include chromatic, colored, colorful, motley, multicolored, multihued, polychromatic and polychrome. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Kaleidoscopic" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Kaleidoscopic"?

There are 56 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Kaleidoscopic". Common alternatives include chromatic, colored, colorful, motley, multicolored, multihued, polychromatic, polychrome, prismatic and rainbow.

What is the opposite of "Kaleidoscopic"?

Antonyms of "Kaleidoscopic" include colorless, monochromatic, monochromic, monotone, self-colored and solid. Near antonyms include achromatic, bleached, decolorized and faded.

How do you use "Kaleidoscopic" in a sentence?

Examples of "Kaleidoscopic" in a sentence: "a trendy bar that offers a kaleidoscopic array of new-wave martinis that go way beyond the colorless original".

Is "Kaleidoscopic" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Kaleidoscopic" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Kaleidoscopic"?

"Kaleidoscopic" is pronounced /kə-ˈlī-də-ˌskōp/ and divided into syllables as ka·lei·do·scope.

What is the origin of the word "Kaleidoscopic"?

"Kaleidoscopic" comes from Greek kalos beautiful + eidos form + English -scope idyll. First known use: 1817.