color

//ˈkʌlər//
A1Frequency Level 4Neutral
Visual representation of color

Noun

colorSingular
colorsPlural
1

The property possessed by an object of producing different sensations on the eye as a result of the way it reflects or emits light; a particular hue such as red, blue, or green.

What is your favorite color?

2

Pigmentation of the skin, especially as an indication of someone's race.

People of all colors should be treated equally.

3

Vividness or interest; character or atmosphere.

The festival adds color to our small town.

Verb

colorPresent tense
coloredPast tense
coloredPast participle
coloringPresent participle
colorsThird-person singular
1

To change the color of something by applying pigment, dye, or paint.

She colored the picture with crayons.

2

To influence or distort something, especially a report or opinion.

His personal feelings colored his judgment.

3

To blush or become red in the face.

She colored with embarrassment when he complimented her.

Synonym