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
Salina is known for colorful buildings and lush vineyards, Stromboli for its active volcano and lava eruptions, and Panarea for its upscale restaurants and yachting crowd.
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Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Framed in my room was a pre-Hispanic calculating tool that was made from colorful strings and beads.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Athletes compete in colorful traditional costumes, and the tournament is paired with performances and ceremonies that turn the capital into an open-air cultural spectacle.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
Carrillo works from a Tamiami home garage full of colorful thimbles of thread, sewing machines and apparel cutouts.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
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Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Framed in my room was a pre-Hispanic calculating tool that was made from colorful strings and beads.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Athletes compete in colorful traditional costumes, and the tournament is paired with performances and ceremonies that turn the capital into an open-air cultural spectacle.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
Carrillo works from a Tamiami home garage full of colorful thimbles of thread, sewing machines and apparel cutouts.
—Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for colorful
Adjective
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In the Menil work, the central character is an artist brandishing a bouquet of colored pencils, surrounded by a seraphic tumble of monochrome extras that are her handiwork.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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The ones still managing to a colored dashboard will be answering for it.—
Yonesy Nunez,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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The differences expand our understanding of how varied human life has been.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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Explore the varied landscapes of France, from the secluded beaches of the Île de Porquerolles to Alpine destinations like Chamonix and Villard-de-Lans.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2026
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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Deals include a classic Adirondack chair for 80 percent off and vibrant geometric area rug that brings life to your space for $30.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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Spend a night out at the speakeasy inside 202 Social House, a vibrant downtown hub with craft cocktails.—
Julekha Dash,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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The mature crowd is a mix of Parisians and tourists speaking various languages; their common bond being a love of liquor mixed by the best of the best.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Her agency offers various programs like caregiver support and meal services, along with opportunities to exercise the mind.—
Lauren Pastrana,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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“Colorful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colorful. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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