Meaning & Definition of word "Tinge"
Tinge
/tɪndʒ/
noun:
- 1. A slight amount of color, flavor, or quality.
- Example: The painting had a tinge of blue that gave it a tranquil feel.
- 2. A trace or hint of something.
- Example: There was a tinge of sadness in her voice as she spoke.
verb:
- 1. To color slightly.
- Example: She decided to tinge her hair with a bright red shade.
- 2. To imbue with a slight quality or character.
- Example: His words were tinged with irony, making us question their sincerity.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old French 'tinge', based on Latin 'tingere' meaning 'to dye'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tinge of color:
A slight color added to something.
tinge of sadness:
A slight feeling of sadness.
Related Words
tint:
A shade or variety of color.
tincture:
A substance that colors or flavors something.
shading:
The degree of darkness in a color.