tint
noun
a color or a variety of a color; hue.
Example Sentences
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The red and blue of the women’s clothing echo the tints of the rainbow itself, as do smaller, random flecks of color throughout.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
Peter Csemiczky, defending, said his client apologised and had removed the tints.
From BBC ● Jan. 2, 2025
In general, colors that are tints, tones and shades of the same color will blend well together as will colors that are complimentary on a color wheel.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 30, 2024
Although there have been rare, noncommercial screenings over the years, the expiration of the copyright is what allowed Stenn to finance a restoration with the original tints.
From New York Times ● Jan. 11, 2024
The flames drew pearly tints out of the white walls, and the windows glowed yellow-gold, suggesting cheerful fires within.
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
