crimson

//ˈkrɪm.zən//
B2Frequency Level 11Literary
Visual representation of crimson

Noun

1

A deep, rich red color with a slight bluish tinge.

The sunset painted the sky in shades of crimson.

Adjective

crimsonCanonical form
1

Of a deep, rich red color.

She wore a crimson dress to the party.

2

Flushed with red, especially from embarrassment or shame.

She turned crimson when she realized everyone was staring at her.

Verb

1

To make or become crimson in color; to blush deeply.

She crimsoned with embarrassment when she realized her mistake.