PIGMENTATION Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

pigmentation

noun

Definition of pigmentation

as in coloration

the natural coloring of people, animals, or plants Chlorophyll causes the green pigmentation in plants.

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achromatism

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Recent Examples of pigmentation For severe or long-term conditions, some pigmentation and scarring can remain. — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 10 Sep. 2026 Located at 132 Greene Street in SoHo, the location offers 30-minute skin health consultations which assess hydration, pigmentation, elasticity and other skin factors for a price of $50. — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026 Gloger’s rule is an ecological principle formulated by the German evolutionary biologist Bernhard Rensch to describe the relationship between climatic conditions and pigmentation in animals. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Sep. 2026 If tone, pigmentation or dullness is a concern, Nathan says chemical peels may be helpful. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pigmentation

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Noun

But that opens the door to former government officials, whatever their partisan coloration.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026
Casper’s donation was coordinated by UNE alum Rue Motulsky, whose work on the DNA project as a student has led to new insights into lobster coloration.

— Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of coloration

Noun

The 10% pure L-ascorbic acid works to fight against free radical damage and even out skin tone, while a blend of hyaluronic acid and ceramides helps hydrate skin and fortify the skin barrier.

— Deanna Pai, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026
Instead of lace-up flats, the actress opted for a pair of strappy Christian Louboutin pumps in a metallic shade that only augmented the warm tones of the Monse design.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

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