Synonyms of hues

hues

noun

plural of hue

as in shades

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

• shades
• colors
• tones
• tints
• colorations
• tinges
• tinctures
• colorings
• contrasts
• undertones
• overtones
• casts
• primary colors
• saturations
• values
• pigmentations
• secondary colors
• chromas
• chromaticities
• tertiary colors
• colorways

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• achromatisms

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hues

Designed in bluish-grey and neutral hues, my suite was awash in teak and marble. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026

The dress had a gold backdrop with plenty of metallic hues blended into the swirling pattern, varying shades of silver appearing along the fabric for a gorgeous foil-like motif. — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2026

Its floral pattern blends hues like terracotta, light olive green, and warm beige for a seasonal color scheme with plenty of warmth for an inviting dining room. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2026

In true Brooklinen fashion, there are a few distinct hues to choose from, including muted and vibrant colors. — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2026

Consider her all-brown attire proof that the neutral can be worn monochromatically, and can be mix-and-matched from light to dark hues. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026

An ominous darkness raced across the sky, while rusty-red hues illuminated the clouds, creating an almost apocalyptic scene. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 29 Oct. 2026

There are five primary hues to choose from, including Arancio Xanto (pearlescent orange), Blu Cepheus (pearlescent light blue), Giallo Inti (pearlescent yellow), Verde Scandal (neon green), and Viola Pasifae (pearlescent purple). — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2026

And, to really throw everyone for a loop, ditch the heavy winter hues for ballerina pink, even adding a holographic finish if that ballerina has a rebellious streak. — Loren Savini, Allure, 26 Oct. 2026