1. Plural of opacifier; substances or agents added to materials to reduce transparency and increase opacity.
Usage: Technical term used in chemistry, materials science, and manufacturing; Commonly used in contexts involving paints, coatings, plastics, and ceramics

Examples

• Titanium dioxide is one of the most widely used opacifiers in paint formulations.
• The manufacturer added opacifiers to the plastic to prevent light from passing through.
• Different opacifiers are selected based on the desired color and finish of the final product.
• Ceramic glazes often contain opacifiers to achieve a matte or solid appearance.
• The cosmetics industry relies on opacifiers to create products with specific visual properties.
• Engineers tested various opacifiers to find the most cost-effective solution for their coating.
• Opacifiers improve the coverage and hiding power of industrial coatings.