Meaning & Definition of word "Scarlet"
Scarlet
/ˈskɑːr.lɪt/
noun:
- 1. a bright red color
- Example: The artist used scarlet to add warmth to her painting.
- 2. a woman or girl who engages in immoral or sinful behavior, often used in historical contexts
- Example: In the novel, the scarlet of the main character's past shaped her future.
adjective:
- 1. of a bright red color
- Example: The sunset painted the sky in vibrant scarlet hues.
- 2. marked by a strong or vivid color, especially red
- Example: She wore a scarlet dress that caught everyone's attention.
- 3. associated with shame or sin, especially in relation to the term 'scarlet letter'
- Example: He felt the scarlet shame of being caught in a lie.
Etymology
●From Old French 'escarlate', from Latin 'scarlatum', from Greek 'skarlatos'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
scarlet woman:
A woman who is considered promiscuous or immoral.
scarlet fever:
An infectious disease characterized by a bright red rash.
Related Words
maroon:
A dark red color.
burgundy:
A dark red, wine-like color.
Slang Meanings of scarlet
Meaning: To be overly dramatic or flashy.
● Example Sentence: She really scarleted the event with her bold choices.
Meaning: To become overwhelmed with emotion, often anger or embarrassment.
● Example Sentence: He scarleted when he found out about the surprise party.