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Colourful Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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colourful

[ˈkʌləfʊl ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

description of something

Having bright colors or a lot of different colors; full of color

Synonyms

bright, colorful, multicolored, varied, vibrant.

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Word Description / Examples
colourful

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
vibrant

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
bright

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
multicolored

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
varied

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
colorful

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

Examples of usage

  • The garden was filled with colourful flowers.
  • She wore a colourful dress to the party.
  • The sunset was so colourful and beautiful.
  • The painting was vibrant and colourful.
  • The festival was a colourful celebration of culture.

Translations

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Origin of 'colourful'

The word 'colourful' originated from the Middle English word 'colour', which came from the Old French word 'colur', ultimately derived from the Latin word 'color'. The spelling 'colorful' is also used in American English. The use of 'colourful' to describe something rich in color dates back to the 17th century.

See also: colour, coloured, discoloured.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,290, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.