Synonyms of brown

brown

adjective

as in tanned

having a skin color darkened by the sun

It was easy to tell who among the beachgoers worked outside, as their bodies were brown from the sun.

Related Words

• tanned
• red
• flushed
• bronzed
• flush
• suntanned
• pink
• glowing
• ruddy
• pinkish
• rosy
• blooming
• warm
• sanguine
• florid
• rubicund
• blowsy
• blushing
• full-blooded
• bloomy
• cherubic

Dissimilar Words

• pale
• ashy
• ashen
• sallow
• pallid
• pasty
• white
• doughy
• wan
• palish
• mealy
• livid
• lurid
• peaked
• peaky
• blanched
• whitened
• sallowish
• paled
• white-faced
• whey-faced

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of brown

With the tall ceilings, crisp air conditioning, and muted brown walls, the dining rooms give off a cave-like vibe. — Elliott Harrell, Southern Living, 12 July 2026

The reds and oranges are from iron; the blues and bright greens are from copper; manganese produces black and brown. — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026

Kelly wore a bright orange Roland Mouret midi dress, paired with light brown stiletto heels and matching jewelry, including multiple rings and small dangling earrings. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026

Inspired by traditional Turkish Oushak designs, this tan rug features a dark brown medallion design. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026