acrylic paint

noun

Meaning

A fast-drying synthetic medium made of pigment suspended in an acrylic polymer emulsion that becomes water-resistant once dry.

Examples

  • She prefers using acrylic paint for her murals because it dries quickly and resists fading in sunlight.
  • Beginners often find acrylic paint easier to manage than oil paint since it cleans up with simple soap and water.

Synonyms: water-based paint, synthetic paint, polymer paint, acrylic medium