reddish

adjective

red·​dish ˈre-dish How to pronounce reddish (audio)
Synonyms of reddishnext
: tinged with red
reddishness noun

Examples of reddish in a Sentence

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From the reddish velvet furnishings to the parquet herringbone wood floors, everything exudes warmth. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 Some gallery walls are glazed in deep hues (reddish and eggplant), and the intensity of the color is jarring at first. Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2026 Plants include Canna 'Australis', reddish orange New Guinea impatiens, purple petunia, Ipomea, Angelonia, cleome, coleus, Scaevola, lantana, kangaroo paws, Algerian ivy, and croton. Midwest Living, 22 Apr. 2026 Hot honey blonde spices up the traditional golden blonde hair color by incorporating warm, reddish undertones without venturing into strawberry or copper territory. Grace McCarty, Glamour, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reddish

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reddish was in the 14th century

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“Reddish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reddish. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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reddish

adjective
red·​dish ˈred-ish How to pronounce reddish (audio)
: somewhat red
reddishness noun

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