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 run raises money for neurofibromatosis, commonly referred to as NF — a group of genetic disorders that causes skin pigmentation and tumors on nerve tissue.
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Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
Certain groups—such as those who live at northern latitudes, have darker skin pigmentation, or spend little time in the sun—may be particularly good candidates, according to Maizes.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 28 Jan. 2026
Throughout the year, her focus is on strengthening the skin barrier, balancing, and treating specific concerns like pigmentation, acne, or laxity through a combination of clinical treatments and precise at-home routines.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
As for the other products in the collection, the A3O Elemental Serum is designed to target visible signs of aging, including sun damage, pigmentation, dehydration, and irritation.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 13 Jan. 2026
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Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
Certain groups—such as those who live at northern latitudes, have darker skin pigmentation, or spend little time in the sun—may be particularly good candidates, according to Maizes.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 28 Jan. 2026
Throughout the year, her focus is on strengthening the skin barrier, balancing, and treating specific concerns like pigmentation, acne, or laxity through a combination of clinical treatments and precise at-home routines.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
As for the other products in the collection, the A3O Elemental Serum is designed to target visible signs of aging, including sun damage, pigmentation, dehydration, and irritation.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 13 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigmentation
Noun
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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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Some are bright and showy while others are more subtle in coloration.—
Paul Cappiello,
Louisville Courier Journal,
27 Feb. 2026
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The formula also includes niacinamide, a multitasking ingredient that brightens uneven tone, refines the look of pores, and supports the skin barrier.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 Mar. 2026
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Living rooms welcome the ambient tones of squeaking sneakers and droning cheer squads.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The mural, along with several posters of the same color, also appeared around the city, causing fans on social media to go into a frenzy of excitement and wonder what exactly was going on.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
17 Mar. 2026
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The rooms have modern amenities including an extensive pillow menu but the muted colors, art and old wood furniture lend a specific character.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Pigmentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigmentation. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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