Colorful Definition & Meaning

colorful
adjective
  1. having striking color; "colorful autumn leaves"
  2. striking in variety and interest; "a colorful period of history"; "a colorful character"; "colorful language"
  3. having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination; "colored crepe paper"; "the film was in color"; "amber-colored heads of grain"

"Colorful" in song lyrics

See how colorful is used in real songs:

  • "Bust colorful"
    Atoms Family — Small Violins
  • "Rainbow rainbow, sunshine colorful"
    Hawk & Kryme — Sweet, Sexy, Lovely & Hot
  • "Rock earth tones, language is colorful"
    YoungBlood Brass Band f/ Talib Kweli — Y'All Stay Up

Usage tips for "colorful"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "colorful" 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 colorful to find words that pair well.

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