Colored Definition & Meaning
colored
- adjective
- having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination; "colored crepe paper"; "the film was in color"; "amber-colored heads of grain"
- having skin rich in melanin pigments; "National Association for the Advancement of Colored People"; "dark-skinned peoples"
- favoring one person or side over another; "a biased account of the trial"; "a decision that was partial to the defendant"
- (used of color) artificially produced; not natural; "a bleached blonde"
- noun
- a United States term for Blacks that is now considered offensive
"Colored" in song lyrics
See how colored is used in real songs:
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"This kid was Mississippi, mix with masala, curry colored"
Himalayan Project — The Wrath of Lomas -
"Before that we were callin each other colored"
Shawn Boothe — Unauthorized Biography of James Brown -
"minnesota picture of state seal 655 x 648 colored"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with colored
Usage tips for "colored"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "colored" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for colored to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does colored mean?
- having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination; "colored crepe paper"; "the film was in color"; "amber-colored heads of grain" having skin rich in melanin pigments; "National Association for the Advancement of Colored People"; "dark-skinned peoples" favoring one person or side over another; "a biased account of the trial"; "a decision that was partial to the defendant" (used of color) artificially produced; not natural
- What part of speech is colored?
- Colored is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does colored have?
- Colored has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).