violet

noun

vi·o·let | \ ˈvī-(ə-)lət

Definition of violet

1a : any of a genus (Viola of the family Violaceae, the violet family) of chiefly herbs with alternate stipulate leaves and showy flowers in spring and often cleistogamous flowers in summer especially : one with smaller usually solid-colored flowers as distinguished from the usually larger-flowered violas and pansies

b : any of several plants of genera other than that of the violet — compare dogtooth violet

2 : any of a group of colors of reddish-blue hue, low lightness, and medium saturation

Examples of violet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But progressively higher ion concentrations quickly turn it a pale pink and then a dark violet. — Max G. Levy, Wired, "This Sticker Absorbs Sweat—and Might Diagnose Cystic Fibrosis," 8 Apr. 2021 Purple shampoos range in shade, all the way from a light lilac to a rich violet color. — Sydney Poe, chicagotribune.com, "What is the best purple shampoo?," 4 Apr. 2021 For the 2nd week in a row, violet tornadoes ripped across parts of the Deep South. — Todd Nelson, Star Tribune, "Soggy Saturday, Sunny Sunday & 70s on Monday?," 26 Mar. 2021 In April, look for many colors of moth orchid, as well as the delicate violet orchid, a pendant-style native orchid with a spill of flowers. — Cameron Walker, New York Times, "Greet Spring With a Visit to a Public Garden," 20 Mar. 2021 Velvety and complex, this scent is floral-heavy but masculine, with notes of jasmine, violet leaves, bergamot, and musk. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, "My Dizzying Quest to Find the Best Colognes for Men," 19 Mar. 2021 On the nose, a floral note of violet is followed by red fruits, especially strawberry, red currant and a bit of cherry. — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, "Why You Should Explore The World Of German Pinot Noir Wines," 18 Mar. 2021 Available in dusty violet, ochre, or ivory organic cotton. — Lindsey Hunter Lopez, USA TODAY, "27 best Easter gifts for kids," 13 Mar. 2021 Embody elegance with touches of violet that reflect your chakra. — Nathalie Kirby, House Beautiful, "How Your Major Chakra Can Determine Your Design Style," 8 Mar. 2021

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