anthokyan

/ænθoʊˈsaɪən/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of water-soluble pigment found in plants, responsible for the red, purple, and blue colors of fruits and flowers

“The anthocyan in the berries gave them their vibrant red color.”

Synonyms

  • anthocyanin
  • cyanidin

Antonyms

  • chlorophyll