chromatic

adjective

krō-ˈma-tik How to pronounce chromatic (audio)
Definition of chromaticnext
as in colored
marked by a variety of usually vivid colors the strikingly chromatic paintings of Matisse and the other Fauvists

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Recent Examples of chromatic They’re not designed to be worn while walking around, though the display's high brightness and the chromatic dimming features mean they can be used outdoors. — Boone Ashworth, Wired News, 27 May 2026 His lines frequently featured syncopation, chromatic passing tones, and unexpected rhythmic accents, giving Motown songs their distinctive sense of movement and groove. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026 Picture lots of neon, elaborate chromatic costumes and stripper poles. — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026 Pigment analysis with Raman spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) identified the painting techniques and the chromatic palette, highlighting the use of cinnabar, as per the study. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 12 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chromatic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chromatic
  1. colored
  2. colorful
  3. varied
  4. rainbow
  5. various
Adjective
  • Rows of amber colored pill bottles fill the wall behind a pharmacist who prepares 1,200 medications a day – more than some New York City children’s hospitals.
    — Rachel Hale, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026
  • My test car featured predominantly black seats with contrasting white trim and additional light-colored detailing throughout the cabin.
    — Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of colored
Adjective
  • What to do nearby While the free continental breakfast is fine, do pop over to Madcap Coffee for an excellent roast, or take a short stroll to colorful SPKRBOX, a coffee bar by day that spins vinyl by night.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
  • The platter comes with a table-full of colorful salads and dips, including pickles and olives imported from Israel.
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of colorful
Adjective
  • Explanations for this varied among sources, and officially, Sotheby’s said they had been asked too late to do facilitate the sale, despite their initial acceptance.
    — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The pairing of those two backs, plus the threat of Maiava’s legs, gives USC a varied backfield capable of breaking a big play at any moment.
    — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of varied
Adjective
  • Players whose teams wore Pride Night caps had the option to wear their everyday, non-rainbow hats.
    — Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
  • The numbers on the backs of player jerseys were rainbow, and there were constantly pride/rainbow graphics popping up on the jumbotron.
    — Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
Definition of rainbow
Adjective
  • Eco effort The property has invested in a resort-wide recycling program, providing recycling bins at various touch points and committing to all cups, service ware, and to-go containers being made from recycled materials.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Deals like this appear because people buy on impulse, then quickly lose interest for various reasons.
    — Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of various

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