color wheel

noun

: a circular diagram of the spectrum used to show the relationships between the colors

Examples of color wheel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Jewel tones, like rich blues, emerald greens, and purples, pair well with colors opposite of them on the color wheel. —Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026

There’s a school of psychology behind why teams wear bolder colors on the color wheel — hues that scream vitality, energy, power and strength. —Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026

The interior firm mainly stuck to this side of the color wheel in their renovation. —Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 5 Apr. 2026

McCreary's setup on the front right side of the space within Surprise Lily Boutique includes a swivel chair, a large mirror for clients to see themselves, a color wheel, makeup and the colorful drapes used to determine one's season. —Bailey Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 1 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for color wheel

• bookmobile
• cochineal
• nonideal
• peroneal
• philomel
• snowmobile
• waterwheel
• abele
• alkyl
• anneal
• appeal
• cartwheel