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Colors and Shapes - Shades of Gray

Read this lesson to learn the names of different shades of gray in English, such as "taupe", "silver", and "platinum".

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gray
[Adjective]

having a color between white and black, like most koalas or dolphins

Ex: We saw gray elephant walking through the road .
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platinum
[Adjective]

having a silvery-white metallic color that resembles the precious metal with the same name

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taupe
[Adjective]

having a gray color with a shade of brown

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characterized by a timeless, muted shade of gray that is often associated with the elegant and sophisticated style of French interior design

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ash gray
[Adjective]

having a pale to medium shade of gray with cool undertones, resembling the color of ash

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silver
[Adjective]

having a shiny, grayish-white color or the color of the metal silver

Ex: The artist painted a stunning landscape silver hues in the sky .
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cadet gray
[Adjective]

characterized by a medium to dark shade of gray with cool blue undertones, often associated with military uniforms

Ex: The vintage car had a sleek and polishedcadet gray finish , giving it a timeless and classic look .
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battleship gray
[Adjective]

having a dark, cool-toned shade of gray that is reminiscent of the color used on the hulls of battleships or naval vessels

Ex: The bedroom decor was accented with throw pillows in a strong and enduringbattleship gray shade .
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slate gray
[Adjective]

having a dark, cool-toned shade of gray that resembles the color of slate rock, typically with a bluish or slightly greenish undertone

Ex: The vintage car had a polished and timelessslate gray finish , giving it a classic and sophisticated appearance .
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dim gray
[Adjective]

characterized by a dark shade of gray that is slightly lighter than charcoal gray, often used to describe a muted or subdued gray color

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gunmetal gray
[Adjective]

having a dark, metallic shade of gray that resembles the color of polished metal

Ex: The living room decor was accented with throw pillows in a contemporarygunmetal gray shadow .
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feldgrau
[Adjective]

characterized by a gray-green color used to describe the traditional color of the German military uniform

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cod gray
[Adjective]

of a dark gray color that resembles the color of the skin of a codfish

Ex: The city skyline at dusk was silhouetted against cod gray background .
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Gainesboro
[Adjective]

having a pale gray color with a hint of violet, named after the city of Gainesboro in Tennessee, USA

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granite gray
[Adjective]

having a dark gray color that resembles the color of natural granite, a type of igneous rock

Ex: The mountain peaks stood majestic , covered in a layer granite gray rocks .
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livid
[Adjective]

having a medium bluish-gray color

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Payne's gray
[Adjective]

of a dark blue-gray color often used in painting, characterized by a muted, cool tone that resembles the color of stormy skies

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charcoal
[Adjective]

having a dark gray color, resembling the ash from burned organic matter, commonly used to describe deep and rich tones

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lavender gray
[Adjective]

having a soft, muted gray color with a hint of lavender, reminiscent of the pale grayish-purple color of dried lavender flowers

Ex: Cocktail glasses sparkled in the evening light , reflecting the soft beauty lavender gray shade .
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of a pale, muted gray color that resembles the natural color of linen, a fabric made from flax fibers

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yellow-gray
[Adjective]

having a mixture of yellow with the subtlety of gray for a stylish and balanced look

Ex: The kitchen accessories had a yellow-gray finish , infusing the space with a modern aesthetic .
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glacier gray
[Adjective]

having a cool, light gray color reminiscent of the icy tones found in glacial landscapes

Ex: The living room decor was accented with throw pillows in a refreshing and glacier gray color .
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oxford gray
[Adjective]

having a sophisticated and neutral color resembling a muted, classic gray often associated with formal and professional settings

Ex: The evening sky turned into a canvas of warm oranges against the oxford gray backdrop at sunset .
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flax
[Adjective]

having a pale, yellowish-beige color that resembles the shade of natural linen fibers

Ex: The linen sofa had a timeless charm with its comfortable and flax upholstery .
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hoary
[Adjective]

having a color between gray and white

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