as in colorful
marked by a variety of usually vivid colors
the highly colored glassware that is the studio's hallmark
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as in painted
to give color or a different color to
per the couple's request, the baker used natural ingredients like beet juice and turmeric to color the icing for the wedding cake
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as in exaggerated
to add to the interest of by including made-up details
he gave a highly colored version of a rather mundane experience
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as in distorted
to change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of
his news reporting is colored by his prejudices
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as in blushed
to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment)
she colored after hearing the nasty remarks about her weight
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Recent Examples of colored
Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
The Seahawks are now the third team in a row to win the Super Bowl in colored jerseys.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 9 Feb. 2026
This could be anything from a sticker or patch to a ribbon—or something that does double duty, such as these brightly colored neoprene handle wraps.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
The same effect can be achieved with solid-colored foliage by pairing complementary colors such as gold variegation against a burgundy backdrop.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
Luna suggests using a mosaic pattern in your flooring or shower tile, adding a contrasting shower niche, or installing a colored marble shower curb for high-impact ways to get in on these color trends.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
Paint is nothing more than a colored glue.
—Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 7 Feb. 2026
Taken together, these factors can lead to children wheezing and experiencing difficulty breathing, leaving them with bluish colored skin from a lack of oxygen.
—Michael Cromer, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
Now Larsson gets her own chance to shine, doing so in a much clubbier setting built around dazzling, brightly colored outfits and eye-popping lighting.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 7 Feb. 2026
As for his new work, Ross finished drawing his last page of Dimensions over a week ago, and the book is currently being colored.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 6 Feb. 2026
The days of teal and coral-colored walls and island ambiance are coming to an end as the owners of Bahama Breeze announce the restaurant is shutting its doors for good.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
Everything is colored red there, and there are no gold fixtures to show off or gloat over.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 31 Jan. 2026
Inside The Lot at Formosa, Young’s hair, once a mullet with stark blond streaks, was now colored black and curled in coils down her back.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
When buying, look for fruit that is brightly colored, with unblemished skin.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 30 Jan. 2026
The Jenny Jones Show, however, will forever be colored by an incident in which a segment resulted in a real-life murder.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
On Wednesday, the Salt Burn actor walked the red carpet at the Crime 101 premiere in a black leather matching set with white and forest-colored accents from the brand MAINS.
—Elle Meier, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Small balconies glance upon the terracotta-and-lemon-colored canal homes, a picturesque way to start each day with a little caffè.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2026
The Seahawks are now the third team in a row to win the Super Bowl in colored jerseys.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 9 Feb. 2026
This could be anything from a sticker or patch to a ribbon—or something that does double duty, such as these brightly colored neoprene handle wraps.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
The same effect can be achieved with solid-colored foliage by pairing complementary colors such as gold variegation against a burgundy backdrop.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
Luna suggests using a mosaic pattern in your flooring or shower tile, adding a contrasting shower niche, or installing a colored marble shower curb for high-impact ways to get in on these color trends.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
Paint is nothing more than a colored glue.
—Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 7 Feb. 2026
Taken together, these factors can lead to children wheezing and experiencing difficulty breathing, leaving them with bluish colored skin from a lack of oxygen.
—Michael Cromer, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
Now Larsson gets her own chance to shine, doing so in a much clubbier setting built around dazzling, brightly colored outfits and eye-popping lighting.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
The mood is ominous, colored by a gravelly synthesizer drone.
—Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 7 Feb. 2026
As for his new work, Ross finished drawing his last page of Dimensions over a week ago, and the book is currently being colored.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 6 Feb. 2026
The days of teal and coral-colored walls and island ambiance are coming to an end as the owners of Bahama Breeze announce the restaurant is shutting its doors for good.
—Irene Wright, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
Everything is colored red there, and there are no gold fixtures to show off or gloat over.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 31 Jan. 2026
Inside The Lot at Formosa, Young’s hair, once a mullet with stark blond streaks, was now colored black and curled in coils down her back.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026
When buying, look for fruit that is brightly colored, with unblemished skin.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 30 Jan. 2026
The Jenny Jones Show, however, will forever be colored by an incident in which a segment resulted in a real-life murder.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
On Wednesday, the Salt Burn actor walked the red carpet at the Crime 101 premiere in a black leather matching set with white and forest-colored accents from the brand MAINS.
—Elle Meier, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for colored
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The role of colder, drier air Seasonal changes in the atmosphere can also affect how colorful sunrises and sunsets appear.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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Guests crunch through colorful seasonal salads, sip from an expansive wine list and dig into chef Alan Sternberg's inventive pasta dishes at snugly cloistered tables in wood and brick alcoves lined with paintings, books and even a handful of typewriters.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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In solidarity, Celta’s players and fans painted their nails en masse for a subsequent clash with Rayo Vallecano.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Her nails, too, were on-theme, filed into a square shape and painted with a true, glossy onyx black shade.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Schmidt Automotive Research said Chinese growth was exaggerated by special conditions in the second half of 2025 but will still be formidable.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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In some cases, China has exaggerated its actual contributions, sowing mistrust about its agenda.—
Zongyuan Zoe Liu,
Foreign Affairs,
16 Dec. 2025
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Zhiwei Zhang, president and chief economist at Pinpoint Asset Management, said the data was distorted by the timing of the Lunar New Year, which falls in mid-February this year after taking place in January last year.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
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The regulatory asymmetry distorted competition and made Verizon’s devices uniquely attractive to criminals.—
Roslyn Layton,
Boston Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
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The rest of Robbie’s makeup was light and even-toned, comprised of subtle shadowing under her eyes and blushed lips.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
29 Jan. 2026
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However, today, blush has easily become one of the all-time favorite makeup products, especially with the younger generation that wants to look extra sun-kissed and blushed.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
2 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The romance score varied only slightly across different price ranges, with upper-range establishments ($50-$100 per person) ranking as the sweet spot for an intimate dinner.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
11 Feb. 2026
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For all its ills, social media can also be an entry point for anyone interested in Chicago history and the city’s varied eccentricities.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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There were juicy skinless sausages that burst with flavor every bite, a goat soup burning with hot pepper and vinegar, rice dishes in so many forms — long grain and short, teeming with plump raisins or pigeon peas, tinted with spices or citrus.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Most gold and platinum records are actually vinyl records that have been plated with metal and tinted.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
30 Jan. 2026
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Merrell SpeedARC Matis Hiking Shoes Upgrade your hiking shoes to this Merrell style, featuring breathable mesh and padded collars to keep your feet cozy during your outdoor adventures.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Seahawks players already padded their bank accounts by nearly $200,000 through the first three rounds of the playoffs.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Colored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colored. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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