Synonyms of hue

hue

noun

ˈhyü 

as in shade

a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished

decorated the room in hues of blue and green

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shade
• color
• tone
• tint
• coloration
• tinge
• tincture
• coloring
• cast
• brightness
• undertone
• contrast
• saturation
• overtone
• chroma
• chromaticity
• lightness
• value
• pigmentation
• primary color
• secondary color
• tertiary color
• colorway

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• achromatism

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hue

The lighter hue comes back into play on the minutes track, too. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 10 Nov. 2026

There’s also a hue called stone for those more into earth tones. — Tim Stevens, The Verge, 10 Nov. 2026

Ontario’s newest team, the Hamilton Havoc, pays homage to its industrial history with rusty copper and burgundy hues. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 10 Nov. 2026

As chlorophyll fades and the brilliant hues of sugar maples, ginkgoes, oaks and more illuminate the horizon, fall gently seduces us into thinking all is beautiful and peaceful. — Carl R. Gold, Baltimore Sun, 8 Nov. 2026

Phrases Containing hue

• hue and cry