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crimson

Pronunciation: [ˈkrɪm.zən]

Word

Learn how to use crimson in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “color”

(adjective) a deep, rich red color. It's the color of ripe strawberries or a sunset. When you see something crimson, it usually looks very vibrant and striking.

Example

The walls of the room were painted a beautiful crimson.

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The dress was not crimson; it was actually a dull brown.

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Do you like the color crimson more than bright red?

Context: “color”

(noun) the color crimson itself, which is a specific shade of red. You can think of it as a word for that bold, bright red color.

Example

The artist chose crimson for the flowers in her painting.

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There was no crimson in the rainbow; it only showed the basic colors.

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What do you think of when you hear the word 'crimson'?

How to pronounce crimson

Pronunciation: [ˈkrɪm.zən]

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