tint (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /tɪnt/

Definition

A slight trace of a color or a subtle shade that modifies the appearance of something.

Examples

• The artist used a subtle tint of blue to make the sky look more realistic.

• Her cheeks had a healthy tint after the brisk walk in the cold air.

• This wine has a deep ruby tint, indicating its age and quality.

How to Use tint

tint of (prepositional phrase)

A slight trace or shade of a color or quality. — "The photograph had a sepia tint of nostalgia."

tint with (prepositional phrase)

To color something slightly with a particular shade. — "The sky was tinted with the colors of dawn."

Synonyms of tint

Words with a similar meaning to tint:

• hue
• shade
• tone
• tinge

Antonyms of tint

Words with the opposite meaning to tint:

• color
• monochrome

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