REDNESS Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

redness

noun

Definition of redness

as in ruddiness

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Recent Examples of redness The ultimate pièce de résistance, however, is its green, redness-correcting tint. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026 The brand holds three patents, including its signature DermShield technology that allows skincare brands to increase the concentration of active ingredients in a product without typical side effects like irritation and redness. — Ellen Thomas, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026 The serum targets redness and dark spots through its potent combination of 10 percent azelaic acid and niacinamide. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 30 Sep. 2026 Dermatologists generally recommend it for people focused on facial aging, fine lines, redness, mild acne and overall tone. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for redness

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Noun

Some doctors routinely laser lip lift scars at three to four weeks to reduce pinkness and head off hyperpigmentation.

— Jolene Edgar, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
This shade is part of what draws me—and every visitor—back here again, for the pleasure of lounging around and pondering the pinkness of the beach, with occasional breaks for doing not much else.

— Adam Sachs, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Nov. 2025

Definition of pinkness

Noun

Colquitt prefers cosmetics with a slight red tint, which suggest a rosiness normally imparted by the blood in our capillaries.

— John Semley, Harpers Magazine, 28 July 2026
Sadie Sink’s allover wash of strawberry blonde color brings rosiness to her complexion and brings attention to her icy blue eyes.

— Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026

Definition of rosiness

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Parents can put glow sticks, glow necklaces or reflective tape on their children’s costumes for better visibility.

— Lina Ruiz October 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026
While the colorful glow of these two nebulae pull the eye toward the center of this photograph, they are surrounded by a majestic night sky landscape.

— Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 9 Oct. 2026

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