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I wore a colorful outfit.
He gave a colorful account of his travels.
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The houses below are famously adorned with colorful reliefs that recount the history of each owner’s family.
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For a more colorful kitchen, the designers listed soft blues and greens as another nice color to try on oak cabinets.
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2026
The houses below are famously adorned with colorful reliefs that recount the history of each owner’s family.
—Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 15 Feb. 2026
For a more colorful kitchen, the designers listed soft blues and greens as another nice color to try on oak cabinets.
—Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026
Royal Check Creamer & Sugar Bowl Set Elevate your morning coffee routine with this colorful set.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
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“Colorful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/colorful. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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colorful
adjective
col·or·ful
ˈkəl-ər-fəl 
1
: having noticeable colors
2
: full of variety or interest
a colorful personality
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