Descolorida (en. Faded)
/des.koloˈɾiða/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that has lost its original color.
The paint on the door is faded due to the sun.
La pintura de la puerta está descolorida por el sol.
Describes a state of lack of spirit or liveliness.
His face looked pale after the bad news.
Su rostro se veía descolorido tras la mala noticia.
Indicates that something lacks intensity or clarity in its color.
The dress looked faded after washing.
El vestido se veía descolorido después del lavado.
Etymology
From the prefix 'des-' which indicates negation, and 'colorida', the participle of 'colorir'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
colorless world
Referring to a pessimistic or lifeless perspective.
mundo descolorido
colorless days
Days that feel boring or monotonous.
días descoloridos
faded memories
Memories that have lost their clarity or emotional strength.
recuerdos descoloridos
Related Words
descolorir
To make something lose its color.
descolorir
colorido
That has color or is vivid.
colorido
paleness
Condition of having a pale color.
palidez
Slang Meanings
Something that no longer has value or interest.
That party was dull, there was nothing interesting.
Esa fiesta estuvo descolorida, no había nada interesante.
A person who looks dull or sad.
Since he broke up with his girlfriend, he looks pale.
Desde que rompió con su novia, se ve descolorido.