color scheme

American  

noun

1. an arrangement or pattern of colors or colored objects conceived of as forming an integrated whole.

   the color scheme of a living room.

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Etymology

Origin of color scheme

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

But upon returning to the presidency, Trump grew impatient with the pace of the construction and decided instead to accept a Boeing 747-8 from the Qatari royal family that will include his preferred color scheme.

From Salon • Jan. 4, 2026

The color scheme glides from monochrome in the morning to various shades of blue in the afternoon, a backdrop to blindingly white icebergs, their seawashed cavities a bright turquoise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025

After the organic success of Charli XCX’s “Brat” led to brand accounts co-opting that album’s lime green color scheme and sans-serif typeface, it’s no surprise that the trend is continuing with Swift.

From Salon • Aug. 20, 2025

Irvine says its created to rhyme with the Mansion, particularly in its color scheme, utilizing the same tones of green and white, only with different places of emphasis.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2025

I chose a purple color scheme, of course—it was still my favorite color.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles