COLORATION Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

coloration

noun

Definition of coloration

as in pigmentation

Related Words

Relevance

Dissimilar Words

achromatism

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Recent Examples of coloration Hatchlings, which can be about 6 to 8 inches long, have a distinctive bright green coloration on their heads that fades at around one month old. — Christopher Harris, CBS News, 4 June 2026 Golden Dorado Razor-sharp teeth, powerful jaws, a mean attitude and bright golden coloration with black stripes give golden dorado their ‘river tiger’ nickname. — Steve Ryan, Outdoor Life, 21 May 2026 Divers are also taught how to estimate the extent of bleaching, since not all pale or white coloration means damage. — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026 On the other hand, white variegated hosta with extensive white coloration or with thin leaves are likely to burn in full sun. — Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for coloration

Recent Examples of Synonyms for coloration

Noun

In addition to providing pigmentation, melanin also serves as a protective agent.

— Sierra Leone Starks, Allure, 16 July 2026
The light that aggravates her pigmentation isn't only coming from the sky.

— Angela Haupt, Time, 7 July 2026

Definition of pigmentation

Noun

Karlie Kloss looks super chic in different hues of blue on July 15 in New York City.

— Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
Trend forecasting platform, WGSN, named it color of the year, and after seeing Matthieu Blazy’s use of the blue-green hue in his Chanel shows, everyone is incorporating a touch of teal into their wardrobes this summer.

— Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 16 July 2026

Definition of hue

Noun

This mineral sunscreen has just the right amount of tint that can cover redness and discoloration without feeling heavy.

— Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 18 July 2026
Participants will learn how to use pastel tints and expressive doodles to design ocean waves, seashells, coral, seaweed, and coastal plants.

— Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2026

Definition of tint

Noun

The rest of the trailer is filled with the kind of Eighties-style excess — with a gruesome tinge — that showcases what a good match Ellis and Murphy are for each other.

— Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 14 July 2026
These include rolled or folded leaf blades, a dark or blue tinge to the foliage, or lingering footprints after walking on the lawn.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 June 2026

Definition of tinge

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