Meaning & Definition of word "Colorless"

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    Colorless

    /ˈkʌl.ər.ləs/

    adjective:

    • 1. lacking color or hue; transparent or clear.
      • Example: The water from the spring was completely colorless and pure.
    • 2. lacking distinctive character or features; dull or uninspiring.
      • Example: The presentation was colorless and failed to engage the audience.
    • 3. not having any strong qualities or feelings; bland.
      • Example: His colorless personality made it hard for others to connect with him.

    Etymology

    The word 'colorless' is formed from 'color' + the suffix '-less', meaning without color.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    colorless personality:

    Refers to someone who lacks enthusiasm or charisma.

    colorless ideas:

    Ideas that are unoriginal or unexciting.

    colorless water:

    Water that is clear and without color.

    Related Words

    color:

    The characteristic of visual perception described through color categories.

    coloration:

    The coloration of an object can affect its brightness and the way we perceive it.

    Slang Meanings of colorless

    Meaning: Boring or unexciting

    Example Sentence: His jokes were so colorless, no one laughed.

    Meaning: Lacking personality or depth

    Example Sentence: That movie was colorless; I wouldn't recommend it.