as in colored
marked by a variety of usually vivid colors
the strikingly chromatic paintings of Matisse and the other Fauvists
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Recent Examples of chromatic
Picture lots of neon, elaborate chromatic costumes and stripper poles.
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Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
Mirror-like shine isn’t reserved solely for chromatic styles.
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Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
Pigment analysis with Raman spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) identified the painting techniques and the chromatic palette, highlighting the use of cinnabar, as per the study.
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Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Apr. 2026
Over beats as blunt, chromatic, and gleefully stupid as a Jeff Koons sculpture, the singer has vied to make hyperpop more garish and alarming by being hornier, messier, and more extreme than her peers.
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Harry Tafoya,
Pitchfork,
2 Apr. 2026
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Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
Mirror-like shine isn’t reserved solely for chromatic styles.
—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
13 Apr. 2026
Pigment analysis with Raman spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) identified the painting techniques and the chromatic palette, highlighting the use of cinnabar, as per the study.
—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Apr. 2026
Over beats as blunt, chromatic, and gleefully stupid as a Jeff Koons sculpture, the singer has vied to make hyperpop more garish and alarming by being hornier, messier, and more extreme than her peers.
—
Harry Tafoya,
Pitchfork,
2 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chromatic
Adjective
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Saperavi is the starting point for reds — the name means dye in Georgian, a reference to its extraordinary pigmentation, one of only a handful of grapes in the world with naturally colored flesh and juice.
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People are encouraged to drink plenty of water, wear lightweight, light-colored clothing, and avoid outdoor activities during the warmest parts fo the day.
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Bringing new teenage characters into the Factory, with Kit Connor already announced as lead voice cast, the film appears to be a fast-paced, thrilling and colorful adventure for young audiences, and got enthusiastic feedback from Annecy’s crowds.
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Lasichanh sported colorful sneakers for her footwear, carried a small Louis Vuitton bag and wore delicate jewelry pieces to complete her casually bent attire.
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Main categories include cycling, hiking, and multi-sport, all offering varied difficulty levels.
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The three-time Grand Slam doubles champion has a varied game with a killer serve, and she won’t be intimidated by Świątek.
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Players whose teams wore Pride Night caps had the option to wear their everyday, non-rainbow hats.
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When detected in the United States, it has been linked to various types of fresh produce.
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Several of the justices supplemented their income with small salaries from teaching positions at various law schools.
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“Chromatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chromatic. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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