couleur

/ku.lœʁ/

Definitions

1. noun

A quality or attribute of a physical object that is perceived through sight, such as color, brightness, or hue.

“The artist chose the right couleur to match the mood of the painting.”

2. noun

A particular shade or tint of a color.

“The store sells a variety of couleurs for interior decorating.”

3. noun

A color or shade of a particular thing, such as the couleur of the sky at sunset.

“The couleur of the painting was so beautiful that it took my breath away.”

4. noun

A particular color or shade, especially in relation to a particular style or fashion.

“The current couleur in fashion is pastel colors.”

5. noun

A particular shade or tint of a color, especially in relation to a particular style or fashion.

“The designer chose a specific couleur to match the model’s outfit.”

6. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of color or a particular color.

“The couleur of the flowers in the garden is beautiful.”

Synonyms

  • color
  • hue

Antonyms

  • monochrome