gamboge
- noun
- /ɡæmˈboʊdʒ/
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color gamboge
- The artist chose a rich gamboge for the sunset.
Examples
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The artist chose gamboge for the sunflowers to make them stand out against the dark background.
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Her dress, in brilliant gamboge, caught everyone's attention at the gala.
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The walls were painted a warm shade of gamboge, brightening the entire room.
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She painted the walls in a beautiful shade of gamboge.
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The artist chose a vibrant shade of gamboge for the sunset in her painting.
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He was impressed by the richness of the gamboge color used in the traditional textiles.
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The walls of the gallery were painted a deep gamboge, which enhanced the artwork displayed.
Synonyms
13
3.2
A deep yellow-brown color like honey
11
1.0
A bright yellow color like the skin of a ripe citrus fruit
3
2.5
A bright yellow like the outside of a lemon
1
5.3
A strong yellow color like ripe corn
A strong, intense yellow like a ripe pumpkin
Compounds
How Yellow
Surface Forms
Etymology
Gamboge for the color is named after the yellow gum resin from Cambodia, so the word reminds you of a strong, deep yellow made from that natural 'gum'.