as in coloration
the natural coloring of people, animals, or plants
Chlorophyll causes the green pigmentation in plants.
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Recent Examples of pigmentation
The lace on this unit was considerably more coarse in texture, thicker, carried more visible pigmentation toward the middle to back, and offered minimal stretch.
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Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
How heat affects pigmentation Melasma is caused by overactive pigment-producing cells called melanocytes.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
The light can cause burns, uneven pigmentation and scarring when there’s more melanin present.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Available in various intensities to address acne, scarring, and pigmentation, supported by pre- and post-treatment care.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
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Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
How heat affects pigmentation Melasma is caused by overactive pigment-producing cells called melanocytes.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
The light can cause burns, uneven pigmentation and scarring when there’s more melanin present.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 18 Mar. 2026
Available in various intensities to address acne, scarring, and pigmentation, supported by pre- and post-treatment care.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigmentation
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The Iran war hasn’t yet taken on the coloration of an economic threat, although that bulks large on the horizon if the disruption of oil supplies created by the closing of the Strait of Hormuz continues or tightens or the Middle East energy infrastructure sustains more damage.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Boston Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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Stone veining and coloration are unrepeatable by nature, which is either a feature or a risk, depending on your personality.—
Jamie Thilman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
16 Mar. 2026
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Romvari herself grew up on an island in British Columbia, and the natural landscape plays a significant role in her movie’s textures and tones.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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The younger journalist brings a softer tone to his reports.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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The exceptionally vivid colors that were a hallmark of their designs led some to wonder whether the Kroffts were influenced by the use of LSD, but Marty Krofft repeatedly denied such speculation.—
Carmel Dagan,
Variety,
13 Apr. 2026
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Fans of Wes Anderson will appreciate this for vibes alone, from the sweet Cat Stevens soundtrack to the autumn in New York color palette.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Pigmentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigmentation. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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