Purplish: meaning, definitions and examples
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purplish
[ หpษหrplษชส ]
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:
๐ต๐น purpรบreo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเฅเคเคเคจเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช purpurfarben
๐ฎ๐ฉ ungu
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟััะฟััะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ purpurowy
๐ฏ๐ต ็ดซใใใฃใ
๐ซ๐ท violetรขtre
๐ช๐ธ pรบrpura
๐น๐ท morumsu
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ณด๋ผ์์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจููุณุฌู
๐จ๐ฟ purpurovรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ purpurovรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ็ดซ่ฒ็
๐ธ๐ฎ purpuren
๐ฎ๐ธ purpurar
๐ฐ๐ฟ าัะทัะป-ะบาฏะปะณัะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแแฆแแกแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bษnรถvลษyi
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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