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

Lean into classic warm-weather styling like the supermodel, who paired hers with a plaid linen button-down shirt and crewneck T-shirt in coordinating baby blue hues. — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 20 July 2026

Fashion stylist Charmine Asseng advocates for viewing color as storytelling, urging individuals to build looks around a dominant shade, with supporting hues creating harmony. — Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

And Helen Jon is a resortwear label that offers flattering, feminine suits with real structure and bright hues. — Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2026

August is your last chance to embrace summer’s brightest manicure trends, from juicy hues to playful nail art. — Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 19 July 2026

This year’s color predications gravitated toward soft, neutral hues that added a sense of simplicity and calm in the midst of a chaotic world. — The Spruce, 17 July 2026

Karlie Kloss looks super chic in different hues of blue on July 15 in New York City. — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026

With the hair setting a high standard, artist Krystal Dawn ensured the makeup didn’t miss a beat, painting an underwater portrait in shimmery white, baby blue and royal blue hues over Madix’s eyes. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 13 July 2026

Cool hues of pistachio and coral skip across the spaces, with corduroy swivel chairs and floral throw pillows that feel straight out of your grandma’s house yet are effortlessly cool. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 July 2026