Colour Wash (Noun)
Meaning
A wash of whitewash or other water-base paint tinted with a colored pigment.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The artist applied a soft colour wash to the background of the painting to create a subtle gradient effect.
- A gentle colour wash of pale blue was used to give the walls a calming atmosphere.
- The interior designer chose a warm colour wash to complement the earthy tones of the furniture.
- The old building's facade was given a fresh new look with a vibrant colour wash of bright yellow.
- The watercolour artist mixed a delicate colour wash of pink and green to capture the soft hues of the sunset.