Beige

/beɪʒ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

A light brownish-yellow color, often used in design and fashion.

She painted the walls a soft beige to create a calming atmosphere.

Of a pale, sandy color, often used in reference to cloth or skin.

The dress was a simple beige, perfect for the summer wedding.

Describing something as dull, bland, or lacking in distinctive character.

His writing style was so beige that it failed to capture anyone's attention.

From French 'beige', meaning 'natural wool color'.

beige flags:

Indicates something is unremarkable or lacks excitement.

beige book:

A term for a government publication that reports economic data.

Used to refer to something that is dull or plain.

That event was so beige, I almost fell asleep.

Describing a personality or style that is very conventional and lacks excitement.

Don't be so beige; try something outrageous!