glaucous

ˈɡlɔːkəs

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a bluish or greyish tint; bluish-green or greyish-green in color

“The glaucous leaves of the succulent added to its beauty.”

2. adjective

covered with a bluish or greyish bloom; having a bluish or greyish tint

“The glaucous sheen on the butterfly’s wings helped it blend in with its surroundings.”

3. noun

A bluish or greyish tint; a bluish-green or greyish-green color

“The artist used a mix of glaucous and green to create the painting’s unique palette.”

Synonyms

  • bluish
  • bluish-green
  • greenish
  • greyish-green

Antonyms

  • orange
  • reddish
  • yellow