A1adjective 1K

Purple

UK /["/ˈpɜːpl/"]/ US /["/ˈpɜːrpl/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

having the colour of blue and red mixed together

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In simple words: A color that is a mix of red and blue.

Examples

• a purple flower/dress
• His face was purple with rage.
• The effort was making her face turn purple.
• It produces lovely dark purple berries around this time of year.

Usage notes

Use 'purple' to describe objects, clothing, and designs. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Avoid using it in highly technical or scientific discussions where precise color specifications are needed.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'purple' like 'purr-pull'—a cat purring while pulling something purple.

Collocations

• almost
• slightly
• bright
• vivid
• dark
• purple in the face
• purple with rage

Synonyms

• violet
• lavender
• mauve

Antonyms

• colorless
• neutral

Common mistakes

• Confusing with 'violet', as they are similar but not the same.
• Using 'purple' to describe shades that are predominantly blue or red.
• Incorrectly placing 'purple' in verb forms instead of using it as an adjective.