Redden: meaning, definitions and examples
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redden
[ หrษdษn ]
change color
To make something become red or redder, typically as a result of embarrassment, anger, or sunburn.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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redden |
Identical to the first "redden" entry. It's used to describe something turning red.
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blush |
Typically used when someoneโs face turns red due to embarrassment, shyness, or romantic emotions. It specifically refers to human reactions.
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flush |
Means a sudden reddening of the skin, typically due to emotions, heat, or exertion. It can also describe a rush of emotions or warmth spreading quickly.
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crimson |
Describes a deep red color, often used poetically or descriptively. It can refer to emotions, objects, or nature, giving a vivid and intense impression.
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Examples of usage
- He could feel himself reddening as he realized his mistake.
- The sunburn caused her skin to redden and become painful.
become red
To become red or redder, often as a result of embarrassment or anger.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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redden |
Typically used to describe something turning red in color, either gradually or suddenly. It can refer to the face, objects, or landscapes.
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blush |
Mainly refers to the face turning red due to embarrassment, shyness, or modesty. It's often perceived as a soft, mild reaction.
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flush |
Refers to a sudden reddening of the face or skin, often due to heat, alcohol, emotion, or exertion. It can also describe the action of liquid flowing quickly.
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crimson |
Specifies a deep, rich red color. It is often used to describe intense emotions, luxury, or vivid imagery. It can have a dramatic and poetic tone.
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Examples of usage
- Her cheeks began to redden when she was caught in a lie.
- The sky started to redden as the sun set.
Translations
Translations of the word "redden" in other languages:
๐ต๐น avermelhar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเคพเคฒ เคเคฐเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช errรถten
๐ฎ๐ฉ memerah
๐บ๐ฆ ัะตัะฒะพะฝััะธ
๐ต๐ฑ zaczerwieniฤ siฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ่ตคใใใ
๐ซ๐ท rougir
๐ช๐ธ enrojecer
๐น๐ท kฤฑzarmak
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ถ์ด์ง๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงุญู ุฑุงุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ zฤervenat
๐ธ๐ฐ sฤervenaลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ๅ็บข
๐ธ๐ฎ pordeti
๐ฎ๐ธ roรฐna
๐ฐ๐ฟ าัะทะฐัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแฌแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qฤฑzarmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ enrojecer
Etymology
The word 'redden' originates from the Middle English word 'reden', which is a combination of the Old English word 'read' (red) and the suffix '-en' (to become). The concept of reddening has been associated with emotions like embarrassment and anger, as well as physical changes like sunburn. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass the act of changing color to red or becoming red. The use of 'redden' in English language dates back centuries, with its meaning and usage adapting to modern contexts.
See also: red, redact, reddening, reddish, redfish, redneck, redness, redolent.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,086 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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- 32084 refocusing
- 32085 spunk
- 32086 redden
- 32087 liquified
- 32088 varnishing
- 32089 victual
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