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greenish

/ˈɡɹiːnɪʃ/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Having the color of green, but not quite ripe or fully developed.


Rhymes
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creamish , dreamish , fleamish , streamish
Variants
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green , green around the gills , greener , greenest , greenish , greenishness , greenishnesses , greenlier , greenliest , greenly , greenness , greennesses
Etymology
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From the color green, blended with the suffix -ish, meaning resembling or having the quality of.


Trivia
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  1. Greenish is a popular color in interior design, particularly for creating a calming and soothing atmosphere.

  2. The term 'green-eyed monster' refers to jealousy, which is often described as a greenish hue.

  3. Greenish is the color of the Flintstones' car.


Related Concepts
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  1. green: Greenish is a shade of green, which is a cool color often associated with nature, growth, and renewal.


Culture
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In literature, greenish is often used to describe the color of the sea or the hue of certain characters' skin. In art, greenish is a popular color for depicting nature, particularly in landscapes.

How to Memorize "greenish"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize greenish, imagine a color that is slightly yellow-green or blue-green. It's the color of the sea, grass, or certain fruits before they are fully ripe.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word greenish with the color of the sea or grass. Imagine standing in a lush green field or looking out at the ocean.

  3. mnemonics

    - To remember the meaning of greenish, use the mnemonic 'Greenish is a greenish shade of green.'


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