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Synonyms & Similar Words
light
pale
fair
blond
blonde
ivory
cream
beige
pale
snowy
frosty
silvery
argent
argentine
albino
blanched
bleached
washed out
colorless
clear
transparent
translucent
radiant
luminous
resplendent
dazzling
bright
brilliant
shining
sparkling
spotless
immaculate
pristine
pure
clean
unblemished
untainted
unsoiled
stainless
flawless
faultless
Meaning of White
The primary meaning of the word "White" refers to the color white, which is the color of light, without any pigment or hue.
Definitions
- The color white, or a pale or light color
- Used to describe something that is free from impurities or contaminants
- Used to describe something that is morally or spiritually pure
- Used to describe a person of European descent, especially one with light skin
Etymology of White
The word "White" comes from Old English "hwīt", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "hwitiz", and is related to the Proto-Indo-European root "kwid-", which meant "to shine" or "to be bright"
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe the color white, and has developed various figurative and metaphorical meanings over time
Example Uses
- The bride wore a beautiful white wedding dress
- The snow-covered mountains glistened with a brilliant white light
- The company has a reputation for being white-collar, with a focus on professional and administrative work
- The artist used a range of white and off-white colors to create a subtle and nuanced painting