as in to paint
to give color or a different color to
pigmented varnishes
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Recent Examples of pigment
Merve Ceylan, Health, 3 Nov. 2025
According to the National Park Service, albinism is a genetic mutation that prevents the production of melanin (a pigment that gives an animal its color) in the cells, while leucism is the partial loss of all types of pigmentation, resulting in patches of white coloration.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
Brittany Leitner, StyleCaster, 1 Oct. 2025
An accidental lab discovery revealed a microbial strain capable of producing not only PHAs, but also pigments in the same fermentation tank.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Broccoli contains vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folate, and green pigment compounds (chlorophyll and carotenoids).
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 3 Nov. 2025
According to the National Park Service, albinism is a genetic mutation that prevents the production of melanin (a pigment that gives an animal its color) in the cells, while leucism is the partial loss of all types of pigmentation, resulting in patches of white coloration.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
Fun and festive, Tower28’s kit is sensitive-skin friendly, stunning pigmented, and perfect for the holidays.
—Brittany Leitner, StyleCaster, 1 Oct. 2025
An accidental lab discovery revealed a microbial strain capable of producing not only PHAs, but also pigments in the same fermentation tank.
—Marianne Lehnis, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigment
Noun
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Think of this as the matured version of the Kool-Aid dip-dye technique.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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Manufactured in Korea, the products don’t contain synthetic colors, chemicals, or harmful dyes.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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During the week, Barton often painted an image of himself as more sinned against than sinning.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Asthma attacks, severe headaches and lesions on her arms and legs painted a mysterious picture for doctors, some of whom suggested the pain was all in her head.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The upholstery is of nice quality, too—no snags or sagging, at least at this point—and there’s some subtle variation in the coloring that adds a bit of depth (my bed features the Stone fabric, but bouclé is also available).—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
7 Jan. 2026
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Her curly brown hair, a mix of Chopra's coloring and Jonas's texture, was depicted in the following slide.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Warm yellow lends itself well to color drenching a utilitarian space such as a laundry room, but also makes for a fun accent color for throw pillows or decorative pottery.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Jan. 2026
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His family dressed him in a yellow T-shirt to match the rest of the family, who color coordinated as a symbol of welcoming Terry back home.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Every Rae product remains vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free, and free from harmful fillers, colorants, and artificial preservatives.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
16 Dec. 2025
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But the replacements are still made of complex materials that include additives like colorants; the chemicals can react in ways the companies may not intend or understand, Boucher says.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Plus, check out Jennifer Aniston’s go-to tinted serum and other shopper-favorite OneSkin products, below.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
7 Jan. 2026
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The primer will be tinted with a small amount of color pigment to approximate the paint color.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
29 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Spray the mixture onto the stain and then blot with a clean microfiber cloth.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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For larger messes, the stain-resistant rug is also machine-washable for quick and hassle-free maintenance.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Pigment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigment. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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