colorway

noun

Definition of colorwaynext
as in coloration

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Recent Examples of colorway Starting with its Sport Red colorway, the Air Max 1 swaps its namesake color for blue in a few subtle areas. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 30 June 2026 Prime Day sales run through Friday, June 26, but there's no guarantee that certain sizes or colorways won't sell out—so don't wait to scoop them up. — Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 June 2026 While the above colorway gets you Aniston’s look, there are so many other options—shop a few of my favorites below, including a Mary Jane version. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 25 June 2026 On October 1, Clark officially enters signature-shoe territory with the debut of the Caitlin Clark 1, launching in an all-blue colorway alongside the first chapter of her namesake collection. — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for colorway
Recent Examples of Synonyms for colorway
  1. coloration
  2. hue
  3. pigmentation
  4. tint
  5. color
  6. shade
Noun
  • This is because their orange coloration is linked to the X-chromosome.
    — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • The team created computer models that mapped out the existing data on bird coloration and other traits.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 2 July 2026
Definition of coloration
Noun
  • While warm, earthy walls create a harmonious look, cooler hues, such as soft blues and grays, add a refreshing contrast.
    — Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026
  • Researchers recently visualized a set of images across a spectrum of red, white, and blue hues compiled by the Chandra X-ray Observatory as well as the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 2 July 2026
Definition of hue
Noun
  • Saperavi is the starting point for reds — the name means dye in Georgian, a reference to its extraordinary pigmentation, one of only a handful of grapes in the world with naturally colored flesh and juice.
    — Michelle Williams, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • According to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, their snowy feathers are the result of a rare genetic condition called leucism, which reduces pigmentation in the plumage while leaving the birds with their normal eye color.
    — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
Definition of pigmentation
Noun
  • Clinique Moisture Surge Sheertint Hydrator Flash forward to July, and the foundation-replacing skin tint is my most-used (and raved about) beauty product, and my secret for the perfect summer glow.
    — Melony Forcier, InStyle, 5 July 2026
  • Pureed and strained raspberries provide the delicate pink tint in the frosting.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 July 2026
Definition of tint
Noun
  • The campaign features three colorful and pink-hued drinks inspired by the vibrant hair colors and Snapchat filters that defined the era which ran from roughly 2014 through 2016.
    — Emily Rella, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
  • All entries will be evaluated based on creativity, distinctive color or music identity, and an understanding of global music trends.
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of color
Noun
  • Along with the main shades in the lineup, there are seven color-correcting options that neutralize, brighten, and leave skin looking more refined.
    — Tanya Sharma, InStyle, 4 July 2026
  • The only figure, man or woman, not shown wearing identical American-flag blue is the poet Phillis Wheatley, who wears a pastel shade and who also happens to be the only Black person featured in the gallery.
    — Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
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“Colorway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colorway. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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