magenta

noun

ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjen-tə How to pronounce magenta (audio)
1
: fuchsin
2
: a deep purplish red

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Max Clark is a topic unto himself, a lightning rod with a big personality, can’t-miss tattoos, magenta gear and glimmering chains that have become synonymous with his persona. — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026 The package’s Method wheels provide a more functional connection to Bronco’s off-road mission, while small magenta details on their center caps tie the rugged hardware into the larger color theme. — Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 In the video, Williams, holding a magenta T-Mobile microphone, is seen chatting with someone during the broadcast when a mysterious white substance falls from his face and onto the audio equipment. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 21 July 2026 The tank tops are available in an array of solid colors—from basic blacks, whites, and beiges, to bright magenta and summery cerulean. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for magenta

Word History

Etymology

Magenta, Italy

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of magenta was in 1860

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“Magenta.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magenta. Accessed 3 Aug. 2026.

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magenta

noun
ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjent-ə How to pronounce magenta (audio)
1
: a deep red dye
2
: a deep purplish red

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