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

Featuring warm neutrals, earthy tones, muted pinks, clay hues, and airy blues, the palette offers endless versatility for creating layered spaces inspired by the natural world. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 26 Aug. 2026

Oxygen typically produces green and red colors, while nitrogen can create blue, pink and reddish-purple hues. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

The whole room dripped in a deep purple hue, really leaning into its name. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026

While not all birds lend their names to the colorwheel, their feathers do host a huge array of different hues. — Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 26 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing hue

• hue and cry