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purplish

 

[ หˆpษœหrplษชสƒ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

color description

Purplish is a term used to describe a color that is somewhat purple but not entirely. It can refer to shades that contain elements of purple mixed with other colors, such as blue or red. Purplish is often used in art and design to convey a softer, less intense hue. The term is relative and may vary in perception between individuals. It is commonly used in various contexts, including fashion, graphic design, and interior decorating.

Synonyms

amethyst, lavender, lilac, mauve, violet

Examples of usage

  • The walls were painted a purplish hue.
  • She wore a purplish dress to the party.
  • The sunset had a purplish glow.
  • They chose a purplish shade for the floral arrangements.

Translations

Translations of the word "purplish" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น purpรบreo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅˆเค‚เค—เคจเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช purpurfarben

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ungu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟัƒั€ะฟัƒั€ะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ purpurowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ดซใŒใ‹ใฃใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท violetรขtre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pรบrpura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท morumsu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณด๋ผ์ƒ‰์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจู†ูุณุฌูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ purpurovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ purpurovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ดซ่‰ฒ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ purpuren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ purpurar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ั‹ะทั‹ะป-ะบาฏะปะณั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒแƒšแƒฆแƒแƒกแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bษ™nรถvลŸษ™yi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ morado

Etymology

The term 'purplish' is derived from the base color 'purple,' which has its roots in Latin and Greek words referring to the color. The word 'purple' can be traced back to the Latin 'purpura,' a name for the dye obtained from certain mollusks, which was costly and used in ancient times. The suffix '-ish' indicates a degree of resemblance or a lesser intensity of the color, contributing to the blending of meanings. First appearing in English in the 14th century, 'purplish' is used to describe colors that are close to purple but may also suggest a blend with other hues. Over time, the word has evolved to be utilized in various contexts, emphasizing the subtle variations of color in art, fashion, and design.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,928, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.