as in paints
to give color or a different color to
pigmented varnishes
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Recent Examples of pigments
Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Her sustainable sequins — compostable, non-toxic, derived from agricultural waste and natural pigments — are both the smallest objects in the room and the reason for the room's existence.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 30 Dec. 2025
These are natural pigments that give beets their red color, says Bobrick.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025
It’s also made with a strengthening blend of amino acids and violet pigments.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2025
When the Terracotta Army was first exposed in the 1970s, the vibrant pigments that coated their armor flaked off within minutes of exposure to the air.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2025
Central to this is the artist’s use of natural pigments as a storytelling device.
—Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 19 Dec. 2025
The loss of this chlorophyll exposes yellow pigments that have been there in the leaves all along.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Enhances Brain Health Lutein and zeaxanthin are pigments found in broccoli that have many benefits, including supporting brain health.
—Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
Designed to work across a wide range of skin tones, the translucent pigments deliver a soft-focus glow while ingredients like arnica flower extract help calm puffiness, squalene replenishes hydration, and caffeine tightens and depuffs.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
Her sustainable sequins — compostable, non-toxic, derived from agricultural waste and natural pigments — are both the smallest objects in the room and the reason for the room's existence.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 30 Dec. 2025
These are natural pigments that give beets their red color, says Bobrick.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025
It’s also made with a strengthening blend of amino acids and violet pigments.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2025
When the Terracotta Army was first exposed in the 1970s, the vibrant pigments that coated their armor flaked off within minutes of exposure to the air.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2025
Central to this is the artist’s use of natural pigments as a storytelling device.
—Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 19 Dec. 2025
The loss of this chlorophyll exposes yellow pigments that have been there in the leaves all along.
—Nell Greenfieldboyce, NPR, 5 Nov. 2025
Enhances Brain Health Lutein and zeaxanthin are pigments found in broccoli that have many benefits, including supporting brain health.
—Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigments
Noun
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For example, food manufacturers agreed to phase out eight synthetic dyes by the end of 2026.—
Jerome Adams,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
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Food dyes and Tylenol are red herrings.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley paints a vivid portrait of two complex, ambitious women trying to find their place in an uncertain time.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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The report paints a vivid demographic profile of this group.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
3 Jan. 2026
Noun
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For quick errands or working around the house, the EasySpirit Women’s Traveltime (now 35 percent off) is a sneaker-clog hybrid that features excellent cushioning and comes in a range of vibrant colors.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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This 100 percent cotton trapeze-style dress comes in 11 colors and sizes S to XXL.—
Lauren Finney Harden,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 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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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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Blood still regularly stains the floors of the Coliseum’s rings.—
Vann R. Newkirk II,
The Atlantic,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Artificial food colorings were originally manufactured from coal tar, with most synthetic food dyes today made from petroleum, or crude oil, according to the American Chemical Society (ACS) website.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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The patriotic red, white, and blue cookies debuted for July 4 and contain natural colorings such as spirulina, turmeric, and vegetable juice in place of artificial food dyes.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Pigments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigments. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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