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Diaphanous

adjective / dy-AF-uh-nuhs / Hard
Meaning

Light, delicate, and translucent; almost transparent

Origin / Etymology

Greek 'diaphanes' (transparent)

Synonyms
Gossamer Sheer
Antonyms
Opaque Dense
Example Sentence
"The Sarnath school of Gupta sculpture is defined by serene downcast eyes and diaphanous, almost invisible drapery that clings to the body without folds, unlike the ribbed folds of the Mathura school."
🎯 UPSC Usage

A precise art-history word for GS1 answers on Gupta-era sculpture, e.g., distinguishing Sarnath's transparent drapery convention from Mathura's string-like ribbed folds.

Relevant Subjects
History & Culture
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