Synonyms

cerulean

American

[suh-roo-lee-uhn] / səˈru li ən /

adjective

deep blue; sky blue; azure.
Heraldry. a sky-blue tincture, used especially on the Continent.

cerulean British

/ sɪˈruːlɪən /

noun

1. a deep blue colour; azure
2. ( as adjective )
  
  a cerulean sea

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Etymology

Origin of cerulean

1660–70; < Latin caerule ( us ) dark blue, azure (akin to caelum sky) + -an

Example Sentences

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But after Miranda’s legendary cerulean monologue, Andy realizes that fashion is more than just stick-thin models and clothes that cost more than your rent.

From Salon • Aug. 17, 2025

Miranda Priestly, along with her anti-bacterial wipes and excellent taste in cerulean sweaters, will once again be portrayed by Hollywood royalty Meryl Streep.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2025

My most cherished item is a brandless vintage cerulean hoodie I’ve had since I was 18.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2025

Whether ultramarine, cerulean, Egyptian or cobalt, blue pigments have colored artworks for centuries.

From Science Daily • Feb. 22, 2024

Lazlo, observing that the cerulean hue of her face had gone a little ashen, asked, “Are you all right?”

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor

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