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What is another word for Carmine? – 138 Carmine Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    crimson scarlet ruby garnet vermilion burgundy claret cerise fuchsia magenta pink rose coral salmon cardinal cherry cranberry currant damson blush flush glow crimson red deep red fire engine red bright red bold red vivid red intense red rich red luxurious red opulent red resplendent red flamboyant red showy red

    Meaning of Carmine

    The primary meaning of the word "Carmine" is a bright red color.

    Definitions

    • A bright red pigment obtained from the cochineal insect, used in art and as a food coloring
    • A bright red color

    Etymology of Carmine

    The word "Carmine" has its roots in the Arabic word "qirmiz", which refers to the cochineal insect, and later influenced by the Medieval Latin "carminium" and Old French "carmin", ultimately derived from the Sanskrit "krmi-ja", meaning "worm-made" or "crimson"

    Example Uses

    • The artist used carmine to create a vibrant red hue in her painting
    • The food manufacturer used carmine as a natural food coloring to give the product a deep red color
    • The designer chose carmine as the primary color for the brand's logo to evoke a sense of luxury and sophistication

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    green blue yellow purple black white gray beige taupe silver gold brown tan pale washed out faded dull muted subdued pastel soft gentle muted red dull red pale red weak red faint red light red

    Related Nouns

    pigment color dye paint coating stain tint shade hue tone crimson scarlet ruby garnet vermilion burgundy claret cerise fuchsia magenta pink rose coral salmon cardinal

    Related Verbs

    paint color dye stain tint shade hue coat apply mix blend combine create produce manufacture use apply utilize incorporate integrate add mix

    Related Adjectives

    red bright vibrant vivid intense rich luxurious opulent resplendent flamboyant showy bold deep crimson scarlet ruby garnet vermilion burgundy claret cerise fuchsia magenta pink rose coral salmon cardinal