Meaning & Definition of word "Colorful"

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    Colorful

    /ˈkʌl.ə.fəl/

    adjective:

    • 1. Having much or varied color; bright and vivid.
      • Example: The garden was filled with colorful flowers that attracted many butterflies.
    • 2. Vividly expressive; full of interest or variety.
      • Example: Her colorful personality made her the life of the party.
    • 3. Striking or attractive in appearance.
      • Example: He wore a colorful shirt that stood out in the crowd.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'color' combined with the suffix '-ful', meaning 'full of' or 'characterized by'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    colorful character:

    A person who is interesting and entertaining.

    colorful language:

    Lively or graphic language, often involving slang or profanity.

    colorful personality:

    A person who is notably engaging and memorable.

    Related Words

    color:

    A characteristic of visual perception described through color categories.

    vivid:

    Producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind.

    chromatic:

    Relating to colors.

    Slang Meanings of colorful

    Meaning: Colorful as in lively or flamboyant style.

    Example Sentence: She showed up in a colorful outfit that turned heads.

    Meaning: Refers to someone who is eccentric and expressive.

    Example Sentence: He's a colorful character who always makes the party fun.