as in colored
marked by a variety of usually vivid colors
the colorful robes and blankets of the Native Americans of the Southwest
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Recent Examples of colorful
Though, Tung introduced more colorful accents to the look with satin baby blue heels and a mustard yellow handbag.
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 13 June 2025
Each storage unit is dotted with vintage-style blossoms to cheer up your fridge and match with other colorful pieces from the collection.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2025
Nassau’s Junkanoo Summer Festival is a colorful carnival that takes place on the Saturdays between July 7 and August 4.
—Laura Begley Bloom, AFAR Media, 13 June 2025
Orlando Sentinel Pride Month begs for fun recipes: These rainbow popsicles tick every box
Pride Month begs for easy, fun recipes and these rainbow popsicles fit the bill: colorful for the holiday, cooling for summer, perfect for kids and easily upgradable to adult (just add vodka!).
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2025
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 13 June 2025
Each storage unit is dotted with vintage-style blossoms to cheer up your fridge and match with other colorful pieces from the collection.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2025
Nassau’s Junkanoo Summer Festival is a colorful carnival that takes place on the Saturdays between July 7 and August 4.
—Laura Begley Bloom, AFAR Media, 13 June 2025
Orlando Sentinel Pride Month begs for fun recipes: These rainbow popsicles tick every box
Pride Month begs for easy, fun recipes and these rainbow popsicles fit the bill: colorful for the holiday, cooling for summer, perfect for kids and easily upgradable to adult (just add vodka!).
—Garfield Hylton, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for colorful
Adjective
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While a small study found that bananas may reduce flavanol absorption, experts say the impact is minor in the context of a varied, balanced diet.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
5 June 2025
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The swatting varied but mostly included threats to destroy buildings and kill or injure people, and the threats targeted individuals with large social media presences whom Szabo thought may react publicly, according to court documents.—
Natalie Demaree,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Adept anglers can fly-fish for them across the varied terrain of the property’s creeks or patrol the marshy perimeters its six Class A lakes for the coveted catch, as well as fellow trout—namely rainbow, brown, and brook–that often exceed 20 inches.—
Alexandra Kirkman,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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Suspended from the fashionable wooden arch are a teething ring, crinkly rainbow, rattle, mirror, and plush moon to promote hand-eye coordination.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
24 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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Get a grip on this vibrant trend with designer tips for using colorful hardware in your home.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2025
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The vibrant nightlife scene was rounded out each day of runway shows and networking opportunities, with Miami’s legendary party culture infusing the Swim Week energy.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Bagworms most commonly attack evergreens like junipers, arborvitae, cypress, cedars, and broadleaved plants such as Indian hawthorn, azaleas, and various oaks.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
12 June 2025
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The couple saw each other at least once a month, with Combs organizing Lovelace’s travel to join him in various cities, including Miami, Los Angeles, and New York.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2025
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“Colorful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colorful. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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