Xanthous (Adjective)
Meaning
Of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The xanthous hues of the sunset faded into the horizon as the day came to a close.
- The artist carefully mixed xanthous pigments to create a vibrant, yet subtle color for her painting.
- The xanthous petals of the rare flower glowed warmly in the morning light.
- Her xanthous blouse stood out against the dull grey background, drawing admiring glances from passersby.
- As the egg cracked open, a xanthous yolk spilled out, its bright color a welcome sight on a drab morning.