lazuli

/ˈlæzəlaɪ, ˈlæzjʊlaɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a bright blue or azure mineral, typically of lapis lazuli, used as a pigment in art.

“The painter used lazuli to create an authentic ancient Egyptian look on the fresco.”

2. noun

a deep blue colour, resembling the mineral lapis lazuli.

“The artist mixed the lazuli pigment with white to create a sky-blue effect.”

3. adjective

having a deep blue colour, resembling lapis lazuli.

“The lazuli flowers bloomed in the early spring, adding beauty to the garden.”

Synonyms

  • azure
  • cerulean

Antonyms

  • brown
  • ochre