What does COLOR mean?

Color Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

• As a noun: a property of light as perceived by the eye, caused by the presence of specific wavelengths of light. (Example: The color of the sky is blue.)
• As a verb: to give color to something; to change the color of something. (Example: She colored her hair blonde.)

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈkʌlər/
• UK: /ˈkʌlə/

Origin and Usage

The word "color" originated from the Latin word "color," which means "hue, tint, or dye." It has been in use in English since the 14th century. Color is a fundamental aspect of human perception and is used to describe the appearance of objects and light. It is also used to express emotions and moods.

Synonyms

• Hue
• Tint
• Shade
• Pigment
• Dye

Related Words

• Paint
• Crave
• Blend
• Glaze
• Tinge

Example Sentences

• The color of the leaves changed from green to yellow in the fall.
• She colored her drawing with bright markers.
• The artist used a variety of colors in his painting.
• He felt a wave of anger and frustration coloring his thoughts.