Colourful: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe something with many different colors, often in a visually striking or pleasing way.

• The artist painted a colourful mural on the wall
• The garden is colourful in the spring

Describes colors that are very bright and strong, or something that is full of energy and life.

• The painting is full of vibrant colors
• She has a vibrant personality that lights up the room

Often used to describe something that has intense light or strong, vivid colors. Also can mean intelligent or cheerful.

• She wore a bright red dress to the party
• The sun is very bright today
• He is a bright student

Describes something that has many different colors, often in patches or mixed together.

• The multicolored blanket was handmade by my grandmother
• The parrot had multicolored feathers

Used to describe something that contains different types or a range of different things, not limited to colors.

• The menu is varied, offering something for everyone
• He has varied interests, from music to sports

Similar to 'colourful', but used in American English. It describes something with a variety of strong and different colors.

• Her colorful outfit stood out in the crowd
• The festival was a colorful celebration