crimson
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3.7
- adjective
- /ˈkrɪmzən/
- The crimson leaves of autumn adorned the trees, signaling the change of seasons.
- crimson red
- small and crimson
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Watch on YouTubeAt the edge of the window, a Crimson streak of sun.
- At the edge of the window, a Crimson streak of sun.
- He saw now now Zara and the Quorum flashing Crimson gold in the Mandate's finest ceremonial robes.
- Just one day you look and it's a different color and by fall the leaves are Crimson red.
- I'm so excited to to to welcome you into our community that has been plagued by a terrible Crimson mist.
Examples
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Glancing up, he found himself locking eyes with the litter's occupant, an aristocratic lady with piled curls and Crimson silks.
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The serpent's jaws open wide, revealing rows of razor-sharp teeth and a crimson red mouth.
Fiction book (2000) -
A fine line that traces a deep, crimson heart.
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and by fall the leaves are Crimson red. They're most beautiful. It is the most beautiful tree and it's right outside of my studio.
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In her crimson sweater, she reminded me of an overblown rose.
Fiction book (1990) -
They watched a crimson dragon, long and sinuous, flicker in and out of time, its scenting tongue bright and quick as lightning, burning and vanishing.
Fiction book (1993) -
The sunset painted the sky a deep crimson, casting a warm glow over the landscape.
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She wore a beautiful dress that was a rich shade of crimson for the evening event.
Synonyms
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1.0
A strong color like blood or tomatoes
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3.7
Having a deep red color like cherries or blood
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2.0
A deep red like the color of blood
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1.0
A deep red color that is not bright
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2.7
A dark, strong red colour that looks rich
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3.4
A deep bright red color like a ruby
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1.6
A bright, deep red like ripe cherries
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3.0
A deep red color like red wine
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9.9
A bright red colour used in paint and for dyeing cloth
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7.7
Having a deep red color like cherries or blood
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4.2
A deep wine-red color often used for clothes and rooms
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9.9
A deep red color like fresh blood
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9.9
A bright deep red color made from an insect dye
Antonyms
Compounds
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6.7
A European plant with red flower heads grown to feed animals and improve soil
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Etymology
Crimson comes from a word for a small insect, kermes, that people used long ago to make a strong red dye. So crimson means a deep 'red' color, like blood or dark cherries.