A1adjective 1K

Green

UK /["/ɡriːn/"]/ US /["/ɡriːn/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

having the colour of grass or the leaves of most plants and trees

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In simple words: The color made by mixing blue and yellow.

Examples

• The grass is a bright green color.
• She wore a green dress to the party.
• The leaves on the trees turn green in spring.
• He is trying to live a more green lifestyle.
• The frog is a small green animal.

Usage notes

Used to describe color, but also to refer to environmental issues or newness. Avoid in formal documents unless describing a color.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of fresh green grass or green traffic lights — both are signs of growth and go-ahead!

Collocations

• cool
• apple
• aqua

Synonyms

• verdant
• emerald
• jade
• olive
• chartreuse

Antonyms

• red
• brown
• grey

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'greenhouse' when talking about plants.
• Using 'green' instead of 'environmentally friendly' in some contexts.