beige

1 of 2

noun

ˈbāzh 

1

: cloth made of natural undyed wool

2

a

: a variable color averaging light grayish-yellowish brown

b

: a pale to grayish yellow

beigy

ˈbā-zhē 

adjective

beige

2 of 2

adjective

1

: of a color that is light grayish-yellowish brown : of the color beige

a beige skirt

2

: lacking distinction : vanilla sense 2

Synonyms of beige

Adjective

• boring
• neutral
• nondescript
• featureless
• dull

Examples of beige in a Sentence

Adjective

some food critics have dismissed that chef's version of French cuisine as beige and boring

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The trend for neutrals seems to be leaning toward more complex beige-greige, warm organic colors that do not go too gray and do not look orange-beige, says Trina Rogers of Five Star Painting of Temple. —Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 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

Adjective

The outsole was light beige, contrasting with the black straps and heel. —Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 Dec. 2025

It's made with highly durable, water and wind-resistant material packed in a stylish, quilted beige exterior that is sure to coordinate with your entire winter wardrobe. —Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Noun

borrowed from French, going back to Middle French baige, noun derivative of Old French bege "uncolored, having the color of natural wool," of uncertain origin

Adjective

borrowed from French — more at beige entry 1

First Known Use

Noun

1819, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1874, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

beige

noun

ˈbāzh

: a light grayish yellowish brown

beige adjective