achromaticity

noun

ach·​ro·​ma·​tic·​i·​ty
ˌa-krə-məˈtisətē,
ˌā-
plural -es
1
: the quality or state of being achromatic (as grayness of a color)
2
: degree of being achromatic

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of achromaticity was in 1821

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“Achromaticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/achromaticity. Accessed 7 Nov. 2024.

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