reddish

adjective

red·​dish ˈre-dish How to pronounce reddish (audio)
Synonyms of reddishnext
: tinged with red
reddishness noun

Examples of reddish in a Sentence

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Astaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment that gives salmon its reddish color. Jillian Kubala, Health, 31 Dec. 2025 Although the moon will enter Earth's central shadow in space, a 4% sliver of it won't, causing the lunar surface to turn mostly reddish. Jamie Carter, Space.com, 29 Dec. 2025 These are followed by button-like reddish nutlets that persist into winter and may be consumed by ducks and other waterfowl. Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2025 Signs of an infestation include fecal stains (black or rusty-looking spots) on fabrics, shed skins, or the adult bugs, which are oval, flat, reddish-brown and about 3/16-inch long or nymphs, which are yellowish and transparent, says Oi. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for reddish

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reddish was in the 14th century

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“Reddish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reddish. Accessed 3 Jan. 2026.

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reddish

adjective
red·​dish ˈred-ish How to pronounce reddish (audio)
: somewhat red
reddishness noun

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