as in paints
to give color or a different color to
pigmented varnishes
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Recent Examples of pigments
Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 13 Apr. 2026
High octane-pigments, gemstone appliqués, and iridescent sparkle across the eyes, lips, and bridge of the nose define the contemporary trend for playful, expressive makeup.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Flexi-form technology prevents creasing, while light refracting pigments blur the look of fine lines and texture.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
The anthocyanin pigments that predominate in dark leaves also protect them from UV damage and, due to their toxicity when highly concentrated, deter herbivores.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
That means their chloroplasts are, too (that’s the part that conducts photosynthesis and contains the pigments that make leaves green).
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Seagrass light-gathering pigments are reconfigured, each seagrass species finding the pigment palette that best embraces the blue-green watery light of its home.
—David George Haskell, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Among the most studied are flavonoids (plant pigments that can act as antioxidants) and phenolic compounds (a broad group of plant chemicals often linked to protective effects in cells).
—Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Mar. 2026
These blue-absorbing pigments can sometimes cause people to see a red dot called Maxwell’s spot in the center of their vision.
—Nora Bradford, Scientific American, 23 Mar. 2026
Noun
Beets are also known for their high betalain content, the pigments responsible for their deep red color.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 13 Apr. 2026
High octane-pigments, gemstone appliqués, and iridescent sparkle across the eyes, lips, and bridge of the nose define the contemporary trend for playful, expressive makeup.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Flexi-form technology prevents creasing, while light refracting pigments blur the look of fine lines and texture.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
The anthocyanin pigments that predominate in dark leaves also protect them from UV damage and, due to their toxicity when highly concentrated, deter herbivores.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 Mar. 2026
That means their chloroplasts are, too (that’s the part that conducts photosynthesis and contains the pigments that make leaves green).
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 28 Mar. 2026
Seagrass light-gathering pigments are reconfigured, each seagrass species finding the pigment palette that best embraces the blue-green watery light of its home.
—David George Haskell, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Among the most studied are flavonoids (plant pigments that can act as antioxidants) and phenolic compounds (a broad group of plant chemicals often linked to protective effects in cells).
—Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Mar. 2026
These blue-absorbing pigments can sometimes cause people to see a red dot called Maxwell’s spot in the center of their vision.
—Nora Bradford, Scientific American, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigments
Noun
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In response to the Food and Drug Administration's ruling to stop using some artificial dyes, Gatorade is also removing artificial colors from Gatorade Zero Powder, Gatorade Thirst Quencher Powder, and Gatorlyte Powder later this spring, Del Pozzo confirmed.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2026
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Look for arnica gels formulated without dyes, fragrances and parabens, which are chemical preservatives.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After his death while attempting a wingsuit flight in 2015, his friends began putting together footage that paints a portrait of a complex man.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
10 Apr. 2026
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Filled with music, color and passion, the drama paints a picture of a group of artists and friends for whom creativity has become a form of survival.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The screen protector maintains vibrant, accurate screen colors and touch sensitivity.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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But don’t hesitate to shop — many colors and sizes are selling quickly.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Turmeric tints the cream an almost glowing gold, and a heap of sharp white cheddar melts straight into the mix, giving it both body and tang.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Nov. 2025
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Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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There was a push to use American dyes and colorants to stave off a deep economic recession—there wasn’t really any other choice—but the cold commercial reality dumped water all over that flag-waving parade.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Apr. 2026
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But that other supplier would have to try to reverse engineer that particular dye — formulas for dyes and colorants were, in spite of being in service to the war effort, still proprietary — and backward engineering color from a finished product is a crapshoot.—
Kory Stamper,
Big Think,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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What Sacks doesn’t get is that by financing and diplomatically supporting Israel, our country makes the crimes of the Israeli government possible, which stains America’s reputation in the world and drains our Treasury.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Every failure of the state now stains the turban as well as the uniform.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Growing adoption of natural food colorings in that market could drive a more than 200% increase in Sensient’s color group sales by 2030, according to the bank’s recent note.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2026
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Over-micing of the looming Tim the Enchanter, against a psychedelic overboil of bright, surreal colorings on the screens, washed out much of the scene below.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Pigments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigments. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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