Synonyms for Colored
Definition of 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"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "colored"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like amber, amethyst, artificial can replace "colored" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "colored" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"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