gold-coloured
Definition
Adjective: - Having a color that resembles or is similar to that of the metal gold; golden in hue.
Usage
The adjective "gold-coloured" is used to describe an object, surface, or material that possesses a color similar to that of the precious metal gold. It is a straightforward descriptive term. - It is typically placed before a noun (attributive position). - In UK English, it is commonly hyphenated as "gold-coloured". In US English, the unhyphenated form "gold colored" is also acceptable.
Examples
- She wore a beautiful gold-coloured dress to the gala.
- The picture frame had a gold-coloured finish that looked very elegant.
- The artist used a gold-coloured paint to highlight the details in the mural.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used in more figurative or poetic contexts to describe something that has the lustrous, warm, or valuable appearance associated with gold, even if not literally the color.
- The gold-coloured light of the sunset bathed the valley.
Variants and Related Words
- Golden (adj): This is a more common synonym. It can mean having the color of gold, but also implies being made of gold, or being excellent or auspicious.
- The child had golden hair.
- Gilt (adj): Refers to something covered with a thin layer of gold or gold paint.
- The gilt edges of the old book were worn.
- Aureate (adj): A formal or literary term meaning golden in color or splendor.
- Gold-colored (adj): The standard US English spelling variant without a hyphen.
Synonyms
- Golden
- Gilded
- Auric (technical/chemical context)
- Yellowish-metallic
Antonyms
- Silver-coloured
- Colourless
- Dull
- Tarnished
Adjective
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having the color of gold
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