Whiter: meaning, definitions and examples

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whiter

 

[ ˈwaɪtər ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

color

Of a color that reflects all or almost all the light falling on it

Synonyms

bright, light, pale.

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Word Description / Examples
whiter

Used to indicate a comparison where something is more white than something else. Often used in advertising for products like teeth whiteners or laundry detergents.

  • His smile is whiter after using the new toothpaste
bright

Often used to describe something that emits a lot of light or has a very vivid color. Can also be used metaphorically to describe intelligence or a promising future.

  • The sun is very bright today
  • She has a bright future ahead of her
light

Refers to something that has a high level of brightness or is not heavy in weight. Can also mean a light color.

  • The room is filled with light
  • She wore a light blue dress
pale

Describes a color that is light or faded. Often used to describe skin that lacks color, sometimes indicating illness or fear. Carries negative connotations in some contexts.

  • She looked pale after hearing the bad news
  • The walls were painted a pale yellow

Examples of usage

  • She wore a whiter dress for her wedding.
  • The snow appeared whiter under the sunlight.
Context #2 | Noun

person

A person or thing that is white or nearly white

Synonyms

albino, blonde, pale-skinned.

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whiter

Used when comparing something's color to be more white than something else.

  • Her teeth looked whiter after using the new toothpaste.
  • The walls are now much whiter after the recent paint job.
blonde

Describes someone with light yellow hair. It can be used for both men and women but is more commonly associated with women.

  • She has blonde hair that shines in the sunlight.
  • The little boy's blonde curls are very cute.
albino

Refers to a person or animal with a genetic condition causing very light skin, hair, and eyes.

  • The zoo has an albino tiger, which is very rare.
  • Albino people often need to take extra care to protect their skin from the sun.
pale-skinned

Describes someone with very light skin tone, typically not due to a genetic condition but rather their natural complexion.

  • She is naturally pale-skinned and burns easily in the sun.
  • Many people in Northern Europe are pale-skinned.

Examples of usage

  • The whiter in the painting stood out against the dark background.
  • The cat, with its whiter fur, was easily visible in the snow.

Translations

Translations of the word "whiter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais branco

🇮🇳 ज़्यादा सफेदी

🇩🇪 weißer

🇮🇩 lebih putih

🇺🇦 біліший

🇵🇱 bielszy

🇯🇵 より白い

🇫🇷 plus blanc

🇪🇸 más blanco

🇹🇷 daha beyaz

🇰🇷 더 하얀

🇸🇦 أكثر بياضاً

🇨🇿 bělejší

🇸🇰 bielší

🇨🇳 更白

🇸🇮 bolj bel

🇮🇸 hvítari

🇰🇿 ақтау

🇬🇪 უფრო თეთრი

🇦🇿 daha ağ

🇲🇽 más blanco

Etymology

The word 'whiter' originates from the Old English word 'hwit', which meant bright or clear. Over time, the word evolved to describe the color white or something that reflects light. The use of 'whiter' in English has been consistent in referring to a color or a person/thing that is white or nearly white.

See also: white, whiten, whitened, whitener, whiteness, whitening, whiteout, whitewater.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,938, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.