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   col·or

   /ˈkələr/

   noun

   • 1. the property possessed by an object of producing different sensations on the eye as a result of the way the object reflects or emits light: "the lights flickered and changed color" Similar hueshadetinttonetingecasttincture
   • ▪ one, or any mixture, of the constituents into which light can be separated in a spectrum or rainbow, sometimes including (loosely) black and white: "a rich brown color"
   • ▪ the use of all colors, not only black, white, and gray, in photography or television: "he has shot the whole film in color"
   • ▪ rosiness or redness of the face as an indication of health or of embarrassment, anger, etc.: "there was some color back in his face" Similar rednesspinknessrosinessreddeningruddinessblushflushhigh colorglowbloomOpposite pallor
   • ▪ a substance used to give something a particular color: "lip color" Similar paintpigmentcolorantcolorationdyestaintintwash
   • ▪ any of the major conventional colors used in coats of arms (gules, vert, sable, azure, purpure), especially as opposed to the metals, furs, and stains.
   • 2. pigmentation of the skin, especially as an indication of someone's ethnicity: "discrimination on the basis of color" Similar skin colorskin coloringskin tonecomplexioncoloringpigmentationraceethnic groupstock
   • ▪ a group of people considered as being distinguished by skin pigmentation: "all colors and nationalities"
   • 3. vividness of visual appearance resulting from the presence of brightly colored things: "for color, plant groups of winter-flowering pansies"
   • ▪ picturesque or exciting features that lend a particularly interesting quality to something: "a town full of color and character" Similar vividnesslifelivelinessvivacityvitalityanimationexcitementinterestfascinationrichnesszestvervespicespicinessbitepiquancysparkleimpactvigorvigorousnessforceforcefulnesspointinformal:oomphpizzazzzingzipzappunchkickliterary:salt
   • ▪ variety of musical tone or expression: "orchestral color"
   • 4. an item or items of a particular color or combination of colors worn to identify an individual or a member of a school, group, or organization: "it was Devon Loch's first victory in the colors of his royal owner"
   • ▪ the flag of a regiment or ship: British "all over the world countries which had long been administered by others were hoisting their own colors" Similar flagstandardbannerpennantpennonstreamerensignbanderolependantburgeevexillumrare:gonfalonguidonlabarum
   • ▪ a national flag: "he was called to the colors during the war" Similar flagstandardbannerpennantpennonstreamerensignbanderolependantburgeevexillumrare:gonfalonguidonlabarum
   • 5. a shade of meaning: "many events in her past had taken on a different color"
   • ▪ character or general nature: "the hospitable color of his family"
   • 6. a quantized property of quarks which can take three values (designated blue, green, and red) for each flavor.
   • 7. a particle of gold remaining in a mining pan after most of the mud and gravel have been washed away.

   verb

   • 1. change the color of (something) by painting, dyeing, or shading it: "he colored her hair with a selection of blonde and brown shades" Similar tintdyetingeshadepigmentstaincolor-washcolor inpaint
   • ▪ take on a different color: "the foliage will not color well if the soil is too rich"
   • ▪ use crayons to fill (a particular shape or outline) with color: "color the head, eyes, and bill with crayons"
   • ▪ make vivid or picturesque: "he has colored the dance with gestures from cabaret and vaudeville"
   • 2. (of a person or their skin) show embarrassment or shame by becoming red; blush: "everyone stared at him, and he colored slightly" Similar blushreddengo pink/redturn red/crimson/scarletflushcrimsonOpposite pale
   • ▪ cause (a person's skin) to change in color: "rage colored his pale complexion"
   • ▪ (of an emotion) imbue (a person's voice) with a particular tone: "surprise colored her voice"
   • 3. influence, especially in a negative way; distort: "the experiences had colored her whole existence" Similar influenceaffectslanttaintpervertwarptwistskewdistortbiasprejudicepoison
   • ▪ misrepresent by distortion or exaggeration: "witnesses might color evidence to make a story saleable" Similar exaggerateoverstateoverdrawoverdoembroiderembellishdramatizeenhancevarnishfalsifygive a false account ofmisrepresentmisreportdisguisefudgegarbledistortmanipulatetake/quote out of contextbendput a spin onmassagestrain

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French colour (noun), colourer (verb), from Latin color (noun), colorare (verb).

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2. www.color-meanings.comColor Meanings - The Symbolism and Power of Colors in Our Lives

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   To help you discover the celebrated phenomenon of colors, here’s an overview of each of their meanings, what they symbolize and how they affect human emotion and behavior.

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   Color Symbolism Chart With 40 Color Meanings (Infographic) I have created a substantial amount of illustrations and texts that cover every color meaning in detail. I also made a color symbolism chart and a list that provides an overview of what all the different colors symbolize.

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   Color psychology studies meanings of colors and how colors impact moods, feelings and psychology of people. People attempted to use colors for healing for centuries. Chromotherapy (sometimes referred as color therapy or colorology) was used in Ancient Egypt and Ancient China.

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   Browse the list of colors and learn about color meanings. Learn about color names and what they represent. The psychology of red, blue, yellow, green, orange, black, purple and more.

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   Meaning of colors in logo design. Where do color meanings come from? — Color meanings come from a variety of places. Some are primal, like the color green’s association with growth and fresh vegetation.

7. www.colorsexplained.com › meanings-of-the-colorsMeanings of the Colors: Symbolism & Power of Colors in Your Life

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   Mar 30, 2022 · What do colors mean? You see color everywhere, but ever wondered what they really mean? The meanings of the colors rise from our deepest needs and natural associations – from the calming blue sky to a delicious red strawberry. Color holds power. Colors can influence our decision-making, thinking, and impact our moods.

8. www.skillshare.com › en › blogColor Psychology: A Guide to the Meaning of Colors - Skillshare

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   Mar 18, 2024 · Color Psychology: What Do Colors Mean? In the Skillshare class “How to use Color in Interior Design - Color Psychology & Theory - Interior Design Essentials,” teachers Auke and Jildou explore some of the positive and negative qualities associated with the color blue.

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   Color Symbolism. Color Meaning and Symbolism (The Ultimate Guide) By Dr. Chris Drew, PhD in Education. Color has powerful psychological effects. It can evoke emotion, influence performance, and alter moods. An intimate understanding of how color impacts human emotions can be a powerful thing.

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    The guide to color psychology: Understand how colors affect psychology, behavior, and emotions. Learn the meanings and symbolism of different colors.

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    Dec 9, 2022 · Colors’ symbolic meanings, associations, and psychological effects are different. They also vary between cultures. These are the most common colors studied under this theory. Color symbolism is a broad study that considers people’s responses and associations towards various colors.