Pink: meaning, definitions and examples
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pink
[ pษชลk ]
color
A color that is a pale red or pale reddish-purple.
Synonyms
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pink |
General term for a light red color, often used for a wide range of contexts including fashion, decorations, and everyday objects.
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rose |
A rich and deeper shade of pink that often has romantic or luxurious connotations. Commonly used in florals, perfumes, and upscale fashion.
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blush |
Softer and more delicate shade of pink, typically used in contexts related to fashion, makeup, and gentle aesthetics. Often associated with a natural, gentle feel.
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salmon |
A pink color with a hint of orange, reminiscent of the color of salmon flesh. Often utilized in fashion, food literature, and some art contexts.
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coral |
A shade that mixes pink and orange, creating a vibrant yet soft color. Often used in fashion, interior design, and beach or summer themes.
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Examples of usage
- The walls were painted in a soft pink color.
- She wore a beautiful pink dress to the party.
- The flowers in the garden bloomed in shades of pink.
- The sunset painted the sky in hues of pink and orange.
- The baby's cheeks turned pink from the cold.
slang
A person who is naive or not very smart.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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pink |
Used to describe a color that is typically a light shade of red, often seen in flowers, clothing, and other everyday items.
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fool |
Refers to someone who lacks good judgment. Can be used in both serious and lighthearted situations. Often carries a negative connotation.
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simpleton |
A term for someone who is not very intelligent or shows lack of mental ability. Strongly negative and can be very insulting.
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naive |
Describes a person who is innocent and lacks experience or sophistication. Often used when someone is too trusting or lacks worldly knowledge. Can carry a mildly negative connotation implying gullibility.
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Examples of usage
- Don't be such a pink, use your common sense.
- He's a bit of a pink when it comes to technology.
- Sometimes I feel like a pink compared to my colleagues.
- She may seem like a pink, but she's actually quite clever.
Translations
Translations of the word "pink" in other languages:
๐ต๐น rosa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฒเคพเคฌเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช rosa
๐ฎ๐ฉ merah muda
๐บ๐ฆ ัะพะถะตะฒะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ rรณลผowy
๐ฏ๐ต ใใณใฏ
๐ซ๐ท rose
๐ช๐ธ rosa
๐น๐ท pembe
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ถํ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุฑุฏู
๐จ๐ฟ rลฏลพovรก
๐ธ๐ฐ ruลพovรก
๐จ๐ณ ็ฒ่ฒ
๐ธ๐ฎ roza
๐ฎ๐ธ bleikur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าัะทาัะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแแกแคแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ รงษhrayฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ rosa
Etymology
The word 'pink' as a color has its origins in the Dutch word 'pinck', which means small. It was first used to describe the flower of the same name, the pink carnation. Over time, the color pink became associated with femininity and sweetness. In the early 18th century, the word 'pink' was also used as a verb to cut or perforate in a zigzag pattern, leading to the term 'pinking shears'. As a slang term for a naive person, its origins are less clear but it is often used in a derogatory manner to imply someone is gullible or foolish.
See also: pinkish.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #4,449, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.
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