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Meaning of Green
The primary meaning of the word "Green" refers to the color between blue and yellow in the spectrum, or relating to the environment and ecology.
Definitions
- Of the color between blue and yellow in the spectrum
- * Relating to the environment and ecology, especially in relation to conservation and sustainability
- * Inexperienced or immature
- * Feeling sick or nauseous
Etymology of Green
The word "Green" comes from Old English "grēne", which is also related to the Old Norse "grøn" and the Old High German "gruon", all of which are derived from the Proto-Germanic "groniz" and the Proto-Indo-European "ghre-" which meant "grow"
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe the color, and its meanings have expanded over time to include environmental and ecological connotations
Example Uses
- The tree was a vibrant green after the spring rain
- * She was feeling green after eating the spoiled food
- * The company is trying to go green by reducing its carbon footprint
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
red
orange
yellow
brown
gray
black
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beige
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copper
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blue
violet
magenta
crimson
scarlet
ruby
garnet
amber
sienna
umber