bluish

adjective

blu·​ish ˈblü-ish How to pronounce bluish (audio)
: somewhat blue : having a tinge of blue
bluishness noun

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The plume of smoke trailing behind the rocket shows bluish clouds closer to the rocket, fading into purple and pink higher up. Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2025 Over the last decade or so, there's been more research into hyperpigmentation — which can show up as dark spots or patches — and melasma, a condition where brown or bluish-gray patches develop on the skin. Andrea Muraskin, NPR, 23 Aug. 2025 Lice: Bites usually appear as bumps in areas with body hair and can cause bluish skin reactions. Sacbee.com, 13 Aug. 2025 The foliage is stunning, with silvery bluish-green leaves that change hues to bronze and copper in the fall. Lauren David, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bluish

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bluish was in the 14th century

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“Bluish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bluish. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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bluish

adjective
blu·​ish ˈblü-ish How to pronounce bluish (audio)
: somewhat blue

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