Meaning & Definition of word "Violet"

Violet

/ˈvaɪ.lɪt/

1. A plant of the genus Viola, having purple, blue, or white flowers.
- Example: The garden was filled with delicate violet flowers blooming in the spring.
2. A shade of purple resembling that of the violet flower.
- Example: She painted her bedroom walls a soft violet color that created a calm atmosphere.
3. A color averaging a wavelength of approximately 380–450 nm; one of the colors of the rainbow.
- Example: The sunset was a stunning display of violets and oranges in the sky.

1. Of a color intermediate between blue and purple.
- Example: She wore a beautiful violet dress to the gala.
2. Relating to or having the color violet.
- Example: The artist used violet shades to highlight the shadows in her painting.

From Old French 'violete', diminutive of 'viole', derived from Latin 'viola'.

violet hour:

The time of day just before sunset when the light is soft and the sky appears violet.

lazy violet:

A term for someone who is inactive or slow to act.

violet ray:

A term referring to ultraviolet light at the edge of the visible spectrum.

indigo:

A deep blue color that is close to violet on the spectrum.

magenta:

A color that is close to violet but has more red in it.

purple:

A color that is a mix of blue and red.

Meaning: Violet as a reference to a person who is quiet or reserved.

Example Sentence: She's so violet in the group, she hardly says a word.

Meaning: Violet used to describe something stylish or artistic.

Example Sentence: That outfit is totally violet, very trendy!