Colors and Shapes - Words Related to Colors

Here you will learn some English words related to colors, such as "monochrome", "deep", and "pale".

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to color [verb]

to make something more colorful or change its color using paints or other coloring materials

Ex: The teacher asked them to color the shapes in the worksheet .

colored [adjective]

having a particular color other than black or white

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colorful [adjective]

having a lot of different and often bright colors

Ex: The butterfly 's wings were strikingly colorful with intricate patterns .

contrast [noun]

differences in color or in brightness and darkness that an artist uses in a painting or photograph to create a special effect

Ex: The black-and-white photograph emphasized the stark contrast between light and dark .

dark [adjective]

(of a color) having a deep or intense hue

Ex: The artist used dark tones to create depth in the painting .

darkness [noun]

the quality of being dark in color

Ex: The darkness of the storm clouds signaled an impending rain .

deep [adjective]

(of a color) showing darkness and intensity

Ex: The deep green of the forest was mesmerizing , creating a sense of tranquility .

to discolor [verb]

to become less attractive or vibrant in color

dull [adjective]

(of colors) not very bright or vibrant

Ex: The old paint on the house had faded to a dull shade of blue .

dusky [adjective]

dark or shadowy in color, often with a soft or muted tone

Ex: The dusky purple flowers bloomed in the garden , adding a touch of mystery .

greenness [noun]

the quality of being green in color

intense [adjective]

(of a color) pure and having a high saturation

Ex: The artist used intense colors to evoke strong emotions in the painting .

light [adjective]

(of color) having less intensity, often because of a small amount of pigment

Ex: The room was painted in light shades of pink and yellow .

light-colored [adjective]

(of colors) having a bright or pale shade or tone

Ex: The artist chose a palette of light-colored pastels to convey a sense of serenity and tranquility in the landscape painting .

to lighten [verb]

to make something brighter or clearer in color

Ex: The artist used a lighter shade of blue to lighten the sky in the landscape painting .

lightness [noun]

‌the quality of being light or pale in color

Ex: The fabric 's lightness made the dress comfortable to wear during the hot weather .

loud [adjective]

too bright in a distasteful way

Ex: His loud sneakers made him stand out wherever he went .

luminous [adjective]

possessing a strikingly bright and intense color that seems to glow

Ex: The artist ’s new work was characterized by its luminous hues , giving the pieces a glowing quality .

lurid [adjective]

too bright in color, in a way that is not pleasant

Ex: The bedroom walls were painted a lurid shade of green .

mellow [adjective]

(of a color, sound, or flavor) soft or gentle, often creating a sense of warmth and calmness

Ex: She played mellow jazz music in the background while reading a book .

monochrome [adjective]

(of a picture or photograph) containing or portraying images in black and white or different shades of a single color only

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neutral [adjective]

lacking color or hue

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pale [adjective]

light in color or shade

Ex: The morning sun cast a pale golden glow over the horizon .

paleness [noun]

the quality of having a light color

Ex: The fabric 's paleness made it perfect for a delicate summer dress .

redness [noun]

the quality of having a red or somewhat red color

shade [noun]

any variation of one color, including darker or lighter versions

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soft [adjective]

(of colors) not too bright or glaring, in a way that is relaxing to the eyes

Ex: His room was painted in soft shades of green and blue .

solid [adjective]

having a uniform color without any patterns, gradients, or mixed shades

Ex: He prefers solid colors for his car , without any flashy designs .

somber [adjective]

dark and gloomy in color, especially gray or black

Ex: The somber tones of the painting evoked a sense of sadness and introspection .

to stain [verb]

to change the color of something by a liquid dye or chemical

Ex: To enhance the appearance of the deck , they stained it with a dark walnut color .

subtle [adjective]

difficult to notice or detect because of its slight or delicate nature

Ex: The fragrance was subtle , hinting at notes of jasmine and sandalwood without overpowering the senses .

tint [noun]

any darker or lighter variation of one color

tone [noun]

a subtle variation in the quality or shade of a color

Ex: He chose a darker tone for the background .

brightness [noun]

the quality or degree of being bright in color

Ex: The neon signs in the city displayed a captivating brightness .

blackness [noun]

the quality of being completely black

Ex: The blackness of the shadow contrasted sharply with the bright light .

vibrancy [noun]

the quality of being bright, vivid, and striking in appearance

Ex: Her dress had a vibrancy that contrasted with the muted background .

bright [adjective]

(of colors) intense and easy to see

Ex: The garden was filled with bright and blooming flowers of various colors .

hexadecimal [adjective]

relating to a numbering system using digits 0-9 and letters A-F

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pigment [noun]

a dry substance that has to be mixed with a liquid to produce paint

Ex: She ground the pigment into a fine powder before mixing .

drab [adjective]

(of colors) lacking in brightness and vibrancy

Ex: The office walls were adorned with drab artwork .

pastel-colored [adjective]

having a color that is light, soft, and muted, typically associated with hues of pale pink, blue, green, yellow, and purple

Ex: Her pastel-colored nails matched her floral outfit .

pastel [noun]

a soft and delicate color, often with a high level of lightness and low saturation

Ex: The art class experimented with pastels , creating vibrant and textured drawings .

clear [adjective]

(of a color) appearing pure and bright without any dullness or muddiness

Ex: The water in the lake was clear and reflected the surrounding mountains .

vibrant [adjective]

(of colors) bright and strong

Ex: The artist used vibrant blues and greens to depict the lush landscape in the painting .

vivid [adjective]

(of colors or light) very intense or bright

Ex: The flowers in the garden were a vivid display of color , brightening up the landscape .

whiteness [noun]

the quality of having a white color

Ex: The doctor noted the whiteness of the patient ’s skin as a potential sign of anemia .

yellowness [noun]

the quality of being yellow in color

bleached [adjective]

lightened through the use of chemicals or other processes, typically to achieve a paler or whiter color

Ex: The bleached blonde of his hair gives him a sun-kissed look .

brilliantly [adverb]

with striking luminosity or vivid intensity of light or color

Ex: Neon signs flashed brilliantly on the street .

cold [adjective]

(of colors) giving a cool or chilly feeling, like blues, purples, and greens

Ex: The cold color palette of the design made the space feel more spacious .

fluorescent [adjective]

displaying a very bright, vivid, or glowing color, often appearing unnatural or highly noticeable

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neutral-colored [adjective]

related to shades, tones, or hues that are neither distinctly warm nor cool, often encompassing colors like beige, gray, or taupe

Ex: The bedroom had relaxing neutral-colored bedding .

color wheel [noun]

a circular chart that shows how different colors relate to each other, helping in understanding and choosing color combinations

Ex: Decorate rooms easily by consulting a color wheel .

hue [noun]

the attribute of color that distinguishes one color from another based on its position in the color spectrum or wheel

Ex: She admired the deep blue hue of the sapphire in her ring .

Munsell [noun]

a system of color notation and standardization developed by the American artist Albert H. Munsell in the early 20th century

Pantone [noun]

a standardized color matching system widely used in the design, printing, and fashion industries to ensure consistent and accurate color reproduction across different materials and media

Crayola [noun]

a popular brand of crayons, colored pencils, and markers used for coloring and artistic expression

RGB [noun]

the primary colors used in digital imaging and computer graphics to create colors on screens and displays

CMYK [noun]

the primary colors used in print and graphic design for creating colors in printed materials

to tone down [verb]

to reduce the intensity of something

Ex: They decided to tone down the advertising campaign to make it more subtle .

to clash [verb]

(of colors, patterns, or styles) to not look attractive together

Ex: The bold wallpaper clashed with the patterned carpet in the room .

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