DYE Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

dye 1 of 2

noun

ˈdī

Definition of dye

as in pigment

a substance used to color other materials soaked the fabric in blue dye

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verb

as in to paint

to give color or a different color to dyed her hair a startling red

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Recent Examples of dye

Noun

The changes from Mars come as artificial food dyes face increased scrutiny in the United States. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026 Across the world, travelers are looking toward truly immersive experiences that invite them to weave, carve, throw clay, dye fabric, or cook alongside local communities. — Divia Thani, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026

Verb

It is sold as an ecru denim, and when customers piece dye the jean, only the warp is colored. — Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 3 Aug. 2026 The silk taffeta dress was specially woven and dyed ivory and featured a ruffled collar, puffed sleeves, voluminous skirt and, perhaps most notably, a dramatic 25-foot train and 153-yard tulle veil. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for dye

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dye

Noun

Crafted in Japan, Fluid Flex Foundation Technology is a polymer blend, infused with color-true longwear pigments that resist oxidation, while starfruit extract helps oil and shine control.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
One involved dyeing fingernails with garden balsam, a natural pigment traditionally associated with beauty and blessings.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of pigment

Verb

Be sure to plan at least one evening on-property to catch the sunset, when the mountains are painted in shades of pink and purple before giving way to a sky filled with twinkling stars.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
As the back-to-school shopping season winds down, retail sales data and several consumer surveys paint a picture of shoppers who are being impacted by higher costs, are more cautious with their spending and dealing with more stress.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of paint

Noun

Think bubbles, coloring pages, freeze dance, or even a craft station, complete with clay, paper, glue, and other assorted items that kids can create with.

— Amanda Rock, Parents, 12 Aug. 2026
Researchers made a prototype dress out of different modules of the textiles, giving the dress’ collar, body and hem varied properties such as patterning, coloring and self-cleaning.

— Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of coloring

Verb

After his death, Bob’s became the de facto location for fans needing to pay homage to the beloved director, piled high with tributes of cigarettes, cans of Coke, donuts, slices of pie and tear-stained letters of gratitude.

— Amanda Karkoutly, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Clean the bowl with a toilet brush and cleaner once or twice a week to prevent mineral deposits from staining the toilet bowl.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of stain

Noun

The same California Craftsman look; almost identical plank siding; a similar tasteful yet cheery color palette.

— Julie Z. Weil, Washington Post, 19 Aug. 2026
Coverage of the Arday story was out of proportion to his position in society, reflecting the higher standard to which people of color are held when compared with their white peers, Vernon said.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of color

Verb

White drapes frame the space, with a front window wall tinted Jacaranda-purple, visible from the outside.

— R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
The crimson color stems from that outgoing light being reddened by the overlying layers of gas, much as sunlight scattering through Earth’s atmosphere can tint a sunset red.

— Lee Billings, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of tint

Noun

Updates across the lists include new restrictions on flame retardants and colorants, new or tightened limits on some chemicals and metals, and new substance limits for jewelry.

— Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026
The dye free version skips the yellow colorant for a shorter ingredient list and a cleaner look.

— Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026

Definition of colorant

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