undertones

Definition of undertonesnext
plural of undertone

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for undertones
Noun
  • Both Will Levis and Anthony Richardson are supposedly on the trading block, and there are whispers Derek Carr might be coming out of retirement and needs to find a new team because the Saints have seemingly moved on.
    Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Pressville is a quiet mountain town, but everything's connected through whispers.
    Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • For minimalists, Abasks’s smart leather bags come in gorgeous hues, and feature washable interiors.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 14 Feb. 2026
  • In addition to featuring intricate lacework, some pieces stand out for being crafted from chiffon and fluid satins, being punctuated by tiny floral embroideries and cascading daisy embellishments or simply for their buttery hues that add to the classic black and white propositions.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Anna, who lives in the now in many ways, doesn’t appear to feel resentment about this; Emily clearly has tinges of guilt.
    Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Anderson’s bleached hair was blown and teased away from her forehead, with tinges of pink poking through.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Sinot Yacht Architecture & Design took a different approach with the interiors of Dagger, combining a linear layout with natural tones and nine different types of wood.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Rarely averse to a pattern or pop of color, her latest coat look was a pleasant surprise, either a nod to the forthcoming Valentine’s Day holiday or a hopeful spin on springtime tones.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
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“Undertones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undertones. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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