transmitting light; allowing light to pass through diffusely
The translucent curtains allowed soft light to filter into the room.
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peaceful; (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
extraordinary; exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence
change; subject to a mathematical transformation
violation; the act of transgressing; the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
temporary; one who stays for only a short time
transportation; passing from one place to another
change; the act of passing from one state or place to the next
lasting briefly