metallic-coloured
Definition
Adjective: - Having a color that resembles or suggests the appearance of metal; possessing a hue with a shiny, lustrous, or reflective quality similar to that of metals like gold, silver, copper, or steel.
Usage
This adjective is used to describe the color of an object, indicating that its hue has the characteristic shine, sheen, or reflective quality of polished metal. It is typically hyphenated when used attributively before a noun.
Examples
- The car was painted in a striking metallic-coloured finish that gleamed under the showroom lights.
- She chose a metallic-coloured fabric for the dress, giving it a futuristic look.
- The artist used metallic-coloured paints to highlight the armor in the portrait.
Advanced Usage
- The term can describe a range of specific metallic hues, such as metallic-coloured gold, silver, or bronze. It emphasizes the visual effect of the color rather than the material composition.
- In design and fashion, "metallic-coloured" often refers to finishes or dyes that mimic the appearance of metal surfaces.
Variants and Related Words
- Metallic-colored: The American English spelling variant.
- Metallic (adj): Of, relating to, or resembling metal. Can also describe a sound (e.g., a metallic clang) or a taste.
- Metallized (adj): Coated with a thin layer of metal.
- Iridescent (adj): Showing luminous colors that seem to change when seen from different angles; sometimes overlaps with metallic effects.
Synonyms
- Metallic-hued
- Metal-like
- Shiny
- Lustrous (though this more directly describes the shine itself)
- Gleaming
Antonyms
- Matte
- Dull
- Flat (regarding color finish)
- Non-metallic
Notes
- The primary meaning is visual, relating to color and finish. It does not imply the object is actually made of metal.
- Commonly used in contexts like automotive paints, cosmetics (e.g., eyeshadow), textiles, and product design.
Adjective
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having a metallic color
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