as in to paint
to give color or a different color to
pigmented varnishes
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Recent Examples of pigment
Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026
Researchers at the institution spent two years investigating the canvas, matching the signature and the pigments on the canvas to those of other works by Rembrandt, and subjecting the work to macro-XRF scans revealing compositional changes.
—News Desk, Artforum, 3 Mar. 2026
Jenny Berg, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025
Some waxy and pigmented stains dissolve best with rubbing alcohol.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
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Noun
The high-quality products are made using the finest-grade oils and pigments to protect and beautify exterior wood.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2026
Researchers at the institution spent two years investigating the canvas, matching the signature and the pigments on the canvas to those of other works by Rembrandt, and subjecting the work to macro-XRF scans revealing compositional changes.
—News Desk, Artforum, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
In each palette, shades are highly pigmented and meticulously selected.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025
Some waxy and pigmented stains dissolve best with rubbing alcohol.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigment
Noun
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The textiles are all dyed with botanical dyes.—
Claire Salinda,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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So a vegetable dye was substituted.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The clay can be shaped, molded, and even dried and painted.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
13 Mar. 2026
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The mural was painted by co-owner Ed Roehr’s sister, Rebecca Roehr.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The size, coloring, and distinctive yellow striping on the head and jaw are the key features to watch for.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
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Some were lying on the floor coloring.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The foliage shifts colors with the seasons, emerging bright red in spring then taking on a deep green hue during the summer months before shifting to burgundy in fall and winter.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2026
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Their Meursault Charmes Premier Cru is medium straw colored to the eye and has a bouquet of acacia blossom, river rock, white peach, and pear.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Founded in Brazil by Ailton Pereira, the process converts agro-industrial waste into textile colorants designed to reduce reliance on petrochemical dyes.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Mar. 2026
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It is used to make liquid shellac, a brush-on colorant and wood finish, and is found in shampoos, aluminum foil and lipstick.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Even with patches of the morning’s snow, the lake’s turquoise water tinted the ice blue, though the jagged Rockies demanded my attention.—
Anna Staropoli,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Mar. 2026
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Consider tinting your brows one to two shades darker than your new hair color for a cohesive look.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Walk the inside perimeter and glance at ceilings or upper walls for any water stains, especially in attic spaces.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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Leading their rise to prominence are recent debuts from Huda Beauty and Summer Fridays to Covergirl and NYX, all of which promise the precision of a classic liner with the staying power of a stain.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Pigment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigment. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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