color scheme

American  

noun

• color schemes
  plural

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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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• color schemes
  plural

Etymology

Origin of color scheme

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

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color scheme

BEIJING—At an imposing 18 feet long, the Maextro S800 sedan gives off Rolls-Royce vibes with its two-tone color scheme and abundant soft leather.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 24, 2026

In 2018, his plans to redesign the color scheme on the next version of the plane were revealed.

From Salon ● Jan. 4, 2026

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

Take the time to tweak ChatGPT’s color scheme and voice, because aesthetics can have an impact on the experience of using an app.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2025

The color scheme conspired with the darkness to make the room seem larger than it truly was, the walls receding into the edges of my vision.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros