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tinge

 

[ tɪndʒ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

color variation

A tinge is a slight or subtle degree of color, flavor, or characteristic. It can refer to a hint of something that alters the perception of a more dominant quality, often providing a delicate touch to an overall appearance or taste.

Synonyms

hint, nuance, shade, trace

Examples of usage

  • A tinge of blue in the sunset.
  • Her voice had a tinge of sadness.
  • The soup had a tinge of spice.
Context #2 | Verb

add color

To tinge means to infuse or color slightly with a specific quality. This action implies adding a slight element to something, often to enhance or alter its overall composition.

Synonyms

color, infuse, shade, tint

Examples of usage

  • She decided to tinge her hair with a hint of pink.
  • The artist tinged the canvas with gentle hues.
  • The news was tinged with excitement.

Translations

Translations of the word "tinge" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tinge

🇮🇳 रंग

🇩🇪 Färbung

🇮🇩 nuansa

🇺🇦 відтінок

🇵🇱 odcień

🇯🇵 色合い

🇫🇷 teinte

🇪🇸 matiz

🇹🇷 ton

🇰🇷 색조

🇸🇦 ظل

🇨🇿 nádech

🇸🇰 odtieň

🇨🇳 色调

🇸🇮 odtenek

🇮🇸 litur

🇰🇿 түстің реңкі

🇬🇪 საღებავი

🇦🇿 ton

🇲🇽 matiz

Etymology

The word 'tinge' has its roots in the early 15th century, originating from the Middle English term 'tingen', which itself derives from the Old English 'tengan.' The word was historically used to indicate a slight coloring or tinting of a surface or object. Over time, it became more flexible, extending beyond visual contexts to encompass any subtle addition or influence, such as a tinge of emotion or flavor. This evolution highlights the nuanced nature of perception and experience in language, allowing 'tinge' to convey not just a physical quality but also emotional and sensory subtleties.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,313, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.