Colors and Shapes - Shades of White

Read this lesson to learn the names of different shades of white in English, such as "magnolia", "milky", and "ivory".

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white [adjective]

having the color that is the lightest, like snow

Ex: The white snowflakes were falling softly from the sky during winter .

alabaster [adjective]

of a very light white

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antique white [adjective]

of a soft off-white color with a warm undertone, resembling the aged or weathered look of antique furniture

Ex: The front door was repainted with an inviting antique white tint .

ivory [adjective]

having a creamy and off-white color, resembling the hue of elephant ivory

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off-white [adjective]

having a white color with gray or yellow undertones

cornsilk [adjective]

of a pale yellow color resembling the color of ripe corn silk, often used to describe a warm, light yellowish hue

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cosmic latte [adjective]

of a pale beige or off-white color, often used to represent the average color of the universe

Ex: The cosmic latte clouds painted the sky in subtle hues during the sunset .

floral white [adjective]

having a soft, creamy white color often associated with the color of flowers

Ex: The floral white baby blanket added a touch of sweetness to the nursery decor .

Isabelline [adjective]

of a pale greyish-yellow or cream color, named after the pale fur of the Isabella rabbit

Ex: The Isabelline dress had a timeless and understated elegance , perfect for the occasion .

magnolia [adjective]

describing a soft, pale shade of creamy white or pink, inspired by the color of magnolia flowers

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white smoke [adjective]

having a pale grayish-white color that resembles the color of smoke as it rises and dissipates into the air

Ex: The white smoke curtains in the living room added a touch of elegance to the decor .

parchment [adjective]

displaying a pale, yellowish-white color that resembles the color of aged parchment paper

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pearl [adjective]

of a shiny, light-colored shade, like the color of a pearl or something shiny and elegant

Ex: The evening sky was painted in delicate pearl hues as the sun set .

seashell [adjective]

of a light and delicate shade resembling the soft tones found in seashells

Ex: The seashell decorations in the bathroom created a tranquil and beach-inspired space .

vanilla [adjective]

having a warm, creamy white color reminiscent of the sweet, aromatic flavor of vanilla beans

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ghost white [adjective]

having a pale, almost ethereal shade of white that evokes a sense of otherworldliness or subtle mystery

Ex: The moon cast a ghost white glow on the silent , deserted street .

lemon chiffon [adjective]

having a light, pale yellow color reminiscent of the delicate, airy texture of chiffon fabric and the vibrant hue of fresh lemons

Ex: The lemon chiffon umbrella provided shade on the sunny day at the beach .

Navajo white [adjective]

displaying a warm, creamy off-white color with a hint of yellow and brown, reminiscent of the earthy tones used in Navajo traditional art and décor

Ex: The Navajo white curtains added a touch of warmth to the kitchen decor .

cream [adjective]

having a light yellowish-white color

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milky [adjective]

having a pale and creamy white color like milk

Ex: The kitten 's fur was a milky shade of white .

Dutch white [adjective]

of a pure, crisp white color that is clean and bright, often associated with the minimalist aesthetic of Dutch design

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eggshell [adjective]

of a soft, pale off-white color that resembles the color of the interior of an eggshell

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eburnean [adjective]

having a pale ivory or creamy white color, resembling the color of ivory or bone, often associated with purity, elegance, and sophistication

Ex: The bride 's gown was a beautiful eburnean shade on her special day .

Colors and Shapes
Shades of Black	Shades of Blue	Shades of Azure	Shades of Cyan
Shades of Gray	Shades of Dark Brown	Shades of Light Brown	Shades of Dark Green
Shades of Light Green	Shades of Magenta	Shades of Orange	Shades of White
Shades of Yellow	Shades of Pink	Shades of Red	Shades of Purple
Words Related to Colors	Two-Dimensional Shapes	Three-Dimensional Shapes	Polygons
Lines, Angles, and Curves	Words Related to Shapes