magenta

noun

ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjen-tə How to pronounce magenta (audio)
1
2
: a deep purplish red

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The 1998 slip dress was a vibrant yellow hue with bright magenta lining the hem and upper bodice, giving the optical illusion of a very trendy peekaboo bra. Meg Walters, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026 Each cookie has cheery yellow petals and a magenta center, with coloring strictly derived from vegetable juices. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026 What makes this time truly special is the stunning display of cactus blooms, with their vibrant magentas, reds, whites, and yellows. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026 For a bit of drama, add a few slices of beets to the mix, which will stain the eggs a vibrant magenta. Paul Stephen, San Antonio Express-News, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for magenta

Word History

Etymology

Magenta, Italy

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of magenta was in 1860

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“Magenta.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magenta. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

magenta

noun
ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjent-ə How to pronounce magenta (audio)
1
: a deep red dye
2
: a deep purplish red

Medical Definition

magenta

noun
ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjent-ə How to pronounce magenta (audio)

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