off-white

/'ɔ:f'wait/

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Word: Off-White

Part of Speech: Adjective (can also be used as a noun)

Definition:
"Off-white" is a color that is very close to white but has a slight tint of another color, making it not completely pure white. It can appear a bit warmer or cooler depending on the other colors mixed in, like beige or cream.

Usage Instructions:

• When you want to describe something that is not pure white but still light in color, you can use "off-white."
• It is often used to describe paint, fabric, or other materials.

Example Sentences:

1. The walls in the living room are painted a soft off-white, which makes the space feel warm and inviting.
2. She chose an off-white dress for the wedding instead of a bright white one.

Advanced Usage:

• In interior design, "off-white" is popular because it can make a room feel larger and more open without being too stark like pure white.
• In fashion, off-white can be a stylish choice, especially in seasons where softer tones are preferred.

Word Variants:

• Off-white (adjective/noun): Can be used to describe the color itself or as a noun to refer to items that are off-white.
• Off-whiteness (noun): The quality of being off-white.

Different Meanings:

• In a broader sense, "off-white" may refer to anything that is slightly less than perfect or not entirely pure, though it primarily refers to color.

Synonyms:

• Cream
• Ivory
• Beige
• Ecru
• Fawn

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While there are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that include "off-white," you might hear phrases like "white as snow" which contrasts with "off-white," emphasizing the purity of white.

Summary:

"Off-white" is a versatile word used to describe a color that is close to white, often with a hint of another shade.

Academic

Adjective

1. of something having a color tending toward white

Noun

1. a shade of white the color of bleached bones

Synonyms

• whitish
• bone
• ivory
• pearl