Magenta Definition & Meaning

magenta
adjective
  1. of deep purplish red
noun
  1. a primary subtractive color for light; a dark purple-red color; the dye for magenta was discovered in 1859, the year of the battle of Magenta
  2. a battle in 1859 in which the French and Sardinian forces under Napoleon III defeated the Austrians under Francis Joseph I

"Magenta" in song lyrics

See how magenta is used in real songs:

  • "The red drips from your head, in the tint of magenta"
    Necro — I'm Your Idol
  • "enter the uncensored sensor of lord magenta"
    Swollen Members f/ Brady, Tony Da Skitzo — Paradise Lost
  • "pentas monarch magenta"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "magenta"

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

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