PIGMENTS Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

pigments 1 of 2

noun

plural of pigment

as in dyes

a substance used to color other materials I'm running out of the black pigment

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verb

present tense third-person singular of pigment

as in paints

to give color or a different color to pigmented varnishes

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Simply use a cleansing balm or micellar water makeup remover that dissolves the pigments and film-forming agents that make the eyeshadow waterproof and long-lasting. — Laura Sandroni, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026 Unlike other pigments, structural colors maintain their vibrancy while also remaining incredibly durable. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 26 Aug. 2026 DayGlo pigments fluoresce in daylight by essentially converting UV light into visible light to produce brighter, more vibrant colors. — ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2026 The red/purple tint is normal and comes from anthocyanins (plant pigments), which protect tender tissue from getting sun damage. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026 These happen to also be the very wavelengths that purple pigments absorb and turn into heat. — Mike McRae 24, New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026 Crafted in Japan, Fluid Flex Foundation Technology is a polymer blend, infused with color-true longwear pigments that resist oxidation, while starfruit extract helps oil and shine control. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026 Its original shade—touted as the top-selling one in the US—blends yellow, blue, and red pigments for a result that seems to magically adapt to every skin tone. — Jenny Berg, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2026 The research also revealed that the pigments Reynolds used contained lead as well as vermilion, carbon black and one or more iron-earth pigments. — Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigments

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This means turning to the internet to learn about red dyes, additives, food as medicine, essential oils, and when to apply a garlic poultice to the bottom of your feet.

— Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
The Minneapolis company has shifted to fruit- and vegetable-based dyes as well as colors derived from spices like turmeric and paprika to give its cereals their customary bright colors.

— Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of dyes

Verb

Turmeric tints the cream an almost glowing gold, and a heap of sharp white cheddar melts straight into the mix, giving it both body and tang.

— The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Nov. 2025
Anyone who tints or colors their hair knows all about this.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2025

Definition of tints

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Updates across the lists include new restrictions on flame retardants and colorants, new or tightened limits on some chemicals and metals, and new substance limits for jewelry.

— Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026
There was a push to use American dyes and colorants to stave off a deep economic recession—there wasn’t really any other choice—but the cold commercial reality dumped water all over that flag-waving parade.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026

Definition of colorants

Verb

The self-tan wipes are easy to apply and contain exfoliating acids that smooth the skin, plus encapsulated DHA (the ingredient that stains the skin) to leave behind a radiant tan.

— Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 13 Aug. 2026
Homemade plum compote stains the filling with a vibrant red ribbon.

— Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of stains

Noun

Shen wondered whether there was a random model that could produce clique-free colorings more efficiently than Erdős’ approach.

— Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 26 June 2026
Its nostalgic pink look is certainly a throwback to streetside cotton candy machines, but this time, the shade comes entirely from vegetable colorings and turmeric, rather than artificial colors.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026

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