red

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Visual representation of red

Adjective

redCanonical form
redderComparative
reddestSuperlative
1

Having the color of blood or a ruby; of the color at the end of the visible spectrum opposite blue

She wore a red dress to the party.

2

Having a reddish or pink complexion, especially from embarrassment, anger, or physical exertion

Her face turned red when she had to speak in front of the class.

3

Relating to communism or socialism; politically leftist

During the Cold War, many countries were divided between red and Western ideologies.

Noun

redSingular
redsPlural
1

The color of blood or a ruby; the color at the end of the visible spectrum opposite blue

Red is my favorite color.

2

Red wine

Would you like red or white with dinner?

3

A communist or socialist; a person with leftist political views

During the Cold War, many people were accused of being reds.