Chalky (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Of something having the color of chalk; "she turned chalky white".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The patient's face turned chalky white as the doctor delivered the bad news.
- The chalky cliffs towered above the beach, their pale color glowing in the sunlight.
- After a few hours of intense exercise, her skin took on a chalky complexion.
- The artist mixed a chalky pigment into the paint to create a soft, matte finish.
- The model's makeup was applied to give her a chalky, porcelain-like complexion for the photo shoot.
Related Words
Meaning 2
Composed of or containing or resembling calcium carbonate or calcite or chalk.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).