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UK/["/ˈkʌləfl/"]/US/["/ˈkʌlərfl/"]/

Meaning of Colorful

full of bright colors or having a lot of different colors

In simple words: Having many bright colors

Colorful in a sentence

  • The male birds are more colorful than the females,
  • a **colorful history/past/career**
  • one of the book's most colorful characters

How to use Colorful

Use 'colorful' to describe something that has many colors, like a painting or a garden. It's suitable in most situations, but avoid it in highly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a 'colorful' rainbow filled with bright shades that stand out.

Related words

Collocations with Colorful

  • colorful display
  • colorful personality
  • colorful painting

Synonyms for Colorful

Opposites of Colorful

Common mistakes with Colorful

  • Using 'colorful' to mean something is interesting or exciting
  • Confusing 'colorful' with 'colorless' when describing dull items

Compare Colorful with Bright, Vibrant, Striking

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Frequently asked questions about Colorful

What does Colorful mean?

Having many bright colors

What is the definition of Colorful?

full of bright colors or having a lot of different colors

How do you use Colorful in a sentence?

The male birds are more colorful than the females,

Can you give another example of Colorful?

a **colorful history/past/career**

What are synonyms for Colorful?

Common alternatives include vivid, bright, vibrant, multicolored, striking.

What is the opposite of Colorful?

Opposite meanings include dull, drab, colorless.

What words go with Colorful?

It commonly pairs with colorful display, colorful personality, colorful painting.

What are common mistakes when using Colorful?

Using 'colorful' to mean something is interesting or exciting Confusing 'colorful' with 'colorless' when describing dull items

How do you pronounce Colorful?

US: /["/ˈkʌlərfl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkʌləfl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Colorful?

Use 'colorful' to describe something that has many colors, like a painting or a garden. It's suitable in most situations, but avoid it in highly formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Colorful?

"Colorful" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.