reddish

adjective

red·​dish ˈre-dish 

: tinged with red

reddishness noun

Examples of reddish in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While the male vermilion flycatcher is unmistakable with its bright red color and distinctive black eye mask and wings, the female is much less colorful and can often be mistaken for a Say’s phoebe, with a brownish head, back and wings, a white throat and upper breast, with a reddish belly. —Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Dec. 2025

But the trending brown nail palette ranges from toasty, golden beige to deep cocoa to reddish cinnamon hues, all of which radiate effortless luxury and sophistication. —Vanessa Santos, Glamour, 6 Dec. 2025

Connecting them is a bright bridge of gas and dust embedded with clusters of newborn stars, shining blue against the reddish glow of warm interstellar dust. —Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 4 Dec. 2025

Lush, muted fabrics complement reddish-brown marble slabs, travertine, and wood veneer finishes throughout. —Annie Archer, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

reddish

adjective

red·​dish ˈred-ish 

: somewhat red

reddishness noun