Hue
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /hjuː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hue is a noun meaning A color, or shade of color; tint; dye.
Meaning
A color, or shade of color; tint; dye.
More Meanings
- The characteristic related to the light frequency that appears in the color, for instance red, yellow, green, cyan, blue or magenta.
- (figuratively) Character; aspect.
- (obsolete) Form; appearance; guise.
- (obsolete) A shout or cry.
Example Sentences
This puts a completely different hue on the matter.
In digital arts, HSV color uses hue together with saturation and value.
Word Forms
- hues
Synonyms for hue
Depending on context, synonyms include imbue, tinge, chromaticity.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tinge, chromaticity, imbue, coloring, tint, color.
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