magenta

noun

ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjen-tə 

1

: fuchsin

2

: a deep purplish red

Examples of magenta in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the video, Williams, holding a magenta T-Mobile microphone, is seen chatting with someone during the broadcast when a mysterious white substance falls from his face and onto the audio equipment. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 21 July 2026

Rich magenta heels and sculptural gold accessories bring enough contrast to make the entire look feel fashion-forward without overwhelming it. — Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

The tank tops are available in an array of solid colors—from basic blacks, whites, and beiges, to bright magenta and summery cerulean. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 19 July 2026

Commercial breaks right after a contestant’s final swing took air out of the broadcast, as did a last-chance magenta ball (sponsored by T-Mobile) of which none of the boppers seemed capable of taking advantage. — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 14 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Magenta, Italy

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for magenta

• momenta
• placenta
• impedimenta

Kids Definition

magenta

noun

ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjent-ə 

1

: a deep red dye

2

: a deep purplish red

Medical Definition

magenta

noun

ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjent-ə 

: fuchsin