reddish

adjective

red·​dish ˈre-dish How to pronounce reddish (audio)
Synonyms of reddishnext
: tinged with red
reddishness noun

Examples of reddish in a Sentence

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With reddish-brown bodies, fire ants travel in swarms and build large colonies deep underground. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 17 June 2026 Wooden ceilings, which are visible from the ground, complement the reddish Corten sheathing. Fred A. Bernstein, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2026 Three to five days after the initial symptoms, a red or reddish-brown rash appears, usually starting on a person’s face at the hairline and spreading downward to the rest of their body. Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2026 They are most easily distinguished by looking at the base of the plant—citronella grass has a reddish color, while lemongrass is entirely green. Cori Sears, The Spruce, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for reddish

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reddish was in the 14th century

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“Reddish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reddish. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

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reddish

adjective
red·​dish ˈred-ish How to pronounce reddish (audio)
: somewhat red
reddishness noun

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