colorfulness
|col-or-ful-ness|
B2
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/ˈkʌlərfəlnəs/
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/ˈkʌləfʊlnəs/
(colorful)
vivid and lively
Etymology
Etymology Information
'colorfulness' originates from the word 'colorful', which is derived from the Latin word 'color', meaning 'hue or tint'.
Historical Evolution
'color' transformed from the Old French word 'colour', and eventually became the modern English word 'color' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'hue or tint', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the quality of being full of color'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being full of color or having a variety of colors.
The colorfulness of the painting made it stand out in the gallery.
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Last updated: 2025/01/24 14:51