Meaning & Definition of word "Colorful"

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.