rubiate

/rjuːˈaɪeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to dye or colour (something) red, especially by applying a red pigment or by the action of heat; to become or turn red

“The heat of the flame would rubiate the metal, giving it a reddish hue.”

2. verb

to redden (a part of the body)

“Her face rubiated with embarrassment after she made a silly joke in public.”

3. verb

to be or become flushed or red

“She rubiated with anger when she heard the news.”

Synonyms

  • colour
  • dye
  • redden

Antonyms

  • bleach
  • whiten