TINGES Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

plural of tinge

as in shades

a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished there's a bluish tinge to your lips—you must be freezing!

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verb

present tense third-person singular of tinge

as in tints

to give color or a different color to just slightly tinge the frosting with yellow food coloring to give it a lemony look

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Recent Examples of tinges

Noun

The tinges of regret over What Might Have Been for him tremble just beneath his and the movie’s surface. — Adam Graham, Boston Herald, 4 June 2026 Stems and leaves take on deep red tinges in the fall. — Erica Browne Grivas, Midwest Living, 4 May 2026 Anna, who lives in the now in many ways, doesn’t appear to feel resentment about this; Emily clearly has tinges of guilt. — Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026 Anderson’s bleached hair was blown and teased away from her forehead, with tinges of pink poking through. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 12 Jan. 2026 That’s why the best purple shampoos are a necessary first step in your hair-care routine, helping keep your texture healthy and preventing those pesky yellow and orange tinges from dulling your shine. — Austen Tosone, Glamour, 17 Nov. 2025 The result is transportive and layered, full of woods, smoke, herbal tinges, and a distant campfire on a crisp fall evening. — Michael Stefanov, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2025

Verb

Bake in oven at 375 degrees for around 20 to 23 minutes on average, or until the slightest amount of golden color tinges the tops. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025

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Noun

The colors are more muted than last year's bright shades, which Samsung says is in response to customer feedback.

— Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026
To embody the creepy character, the Oscar winner’s strawberry blonde hair appeared to be multiple shades darker, akin to an auburn hue, while a fresh set of fringe grazes her brow bone.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 21 July 2026

Definition of shades

Verb

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
Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025

Definition of tints

Noun

Between the endless array of nail shapes, colors, and designs, a manicure is one of the easiest ways to refresh your look.

— Alexis Berger, InStyle, 25 July 2026
There are also vibrant multicolor prints paired with bold, solid colors, like a pair of colorful shorts matched to a pink button-down shirt with a subtle, decorative pocket.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026

Definition of colors

Verb

Yes, there are specific guidelines in the basic meaning, but the reader’s relationship to the card paints the canvas.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 July 2026
The film paints a portrait of pioneering photojournalist Gerda Taro, the German-Jewish war photographer, anti-fascist and artist whose legacy has long been overshadowed.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 23 July 2026

Definition of paints

Verb

When that protective finish gets damaged, the toilet actually stains easier and is harder to keep clean over time.

— Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
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

Definition of stains

Noun

Those aspects are shown in the spa’s stucco and Venetian terrazzo, soft, neutral hues, and more; though there’s plenty Dior elements, too, with its fragrances on display and other soft touches.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 July 2026
While many of us want to make our kitchen feel bright and airy, highlighter hues aren’t the best route for doing so.

— Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 26 July 2026

Definition of hues

Verb

In this cocktail from Nguyen, Japanese rice vinegar’s gentle acidity brightens the drink without overpowering the other ingredients.

— Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
On sale for the first time in this emerald hue, this mixing bowl is a worthy upgrade to an everyday kitchen staple that can also double as a fruit bowl that brightens up your kitchen with a pop of color.

— Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026

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