TINCTURE Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

tincture 1 of 2

noun

ˈtiŋ(k)-chər

Definition of tincture

as in shade

a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished a ragged shirt that seemed to be stained with the tincture of blood

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verb

as in to paint

to give color or a different color to clouds tinctured by the rays of the setting sun

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Recent Examples of tincture

Noun

Boxed-In Mushroom Company notes that traditional tincture making uses alcohol to pull certain compounds from mushroom material, while water plays a key role for the compounds that are water-soluble. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 25 June 2026 De Vie The hyper-seasonal, nose-to-tail dishes at De Vie are designed to pair alongside cocktails crafted from French and housemade spirits, and the nonalcoholic versions play just as large a role in the restaurant and bar’s living laboratory of infusions and tinctures. — Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026

Verb

That sartorial elegance bespoke a deep embrace of tradition, tinctured with just the right amount of satire to be amusing. — Roger Kimball, WSJ, 15 May 2018 See All Example Sentences for tincture

Recent Examples of Synonyms for tincture

Noun

Taupe linen shades soften red brick walls, as do teal velvet sofas, handmade straw baskets, and wool blankets woven by local company Evangeline.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 July 2026
In addition to white, the button-down comes in eight colors, including multiple summer-ready shades like light green, light blue, and peppermint green.

— Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026

Definition of shade

Verb

Skubal, who missed more than a month after eventually having surgery to remove a loose body from his elbow, mostly disagreed with public reaction painting him as greedy or selfish in not disclosing the strange feeling that had lingered in his arm.

— Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 24 July 2026
The store carried only a meager inventory of sequins, beads, and painting supplies in addition to the frames.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 July 2026

Definition of paint

Noun

There is at the same time just the one Garmin Cirqa, and four color options for it.

— Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
All fruits and vegetables provide micronutrients and antioxidants, but those that are darker and richer in color have higher concentrations of these anti-inflammatory compounds.

— Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 21 July 2026

Definition of color

Verb

But the tournament will also be remembered for a classless and churlish Argentina, which forever stained itself with a thuggish performance in the game and an ungracious one afterward.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
Now—before there is another name, another van, another street stained with blood that didn't have to be spilled.

— Kica Matos, Time, 17 July 2026

Definition of stain

Noun

Mead’s suggested alternative is to use these darker tones more sparingly through statement lighting, natural stone, or island paint colors.

— Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 26 July 2026
Remembering and even naming that common goal can change the entire tone and course of the negotiation.

— Cynthia Pong, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

Definition of tone

Verb

To cover up a patch and to prevent opponents from plucking at the spot, Ryan tinted a face shield for McDaniel, a style that later became popular.

— Alec Lewis, New York Times, 24 July 2026
In May 2023, Cancino and his partner pulled over a man for allegedly speeding and having tinted windows, said his attorney, Nicole Castronovo.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of tint

Verb

Each piece is individually hand-dyed by artisans in India, producing subtle variations from one linen to the next.

— Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 23 July 2026
He was found in La Jolla, California, with his dark hair dyed blonde and his car filled with $15,000 in cash, four cell phones, two driver's licenses (one being his brother's), several changes of clothes, and survival/camping gear.

— Erin Jensen, USA Today, 17 July 2026

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