tinged

American  

[tinjd] / tɪndʒd /

adjective

1. modified by a slight amount of a usually specified color or source of color; tinted or slightly discolored (usually used in combination).

   He vomited a small amount of blood-tinged fluid.

   I love this photo of the sunset over the ocean, with the tinged waves.

2. slightly modified in a specified way (often used in combination).

   She leads a cast of excellent actors in this supernaturally tinged sci-fi drama.

   The song has the bluegrass-tinged sound of a traditional southern bar band.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of tinge.

Etymology

Origin of tinged

First recorded in 1565–75; tinge ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. ) tinged for defs. 1, 2, and tinge ( def. ) + -ed ¹ ( def. ) tinged for def. 3

Example Sentences

The biggest event in American sports kicks off Sunday as the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks at a Super Bowl tinged by controversy over Bad Bunny's half-time show.

From Barron's

As an adult, moving became quieter and more tinged with shame, prompted by divorce, a layoff and rent hikes every handful of years as I tried to “make it” in the big city.

From Los Angeles Times

Looking out at the city of Washington, tinged in a pinkish gold as the new day was dawning, I let out a deep sigh.

From Literature

When Macclesfield host Crystal Palace on Saturday it will be one of the biggest days in their recent history, but one also tinged with sadness.

From BBC

"I became a mum in 2023, but my arms were empty. This year, I finally get to wrap gifts for the child who came home. It's a happiness tinged with grief"

From BBC

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