Complementary (Noun)
Meaning
Either one of two chromatic colors that when mixed together give white (in the case of lights) or grey (in the case of pigments); "yellow and blue are complementaries".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- Red and green are complementaries that can create a striking visual effect when used together in design.
- The artist chose to use blue and orange as complementaries to add depth and contrast to her painting.
- In color theory, the complementaries of a color are used to create a sense of visual tension and balance.
- The interior designer selected yellow and purple as complementaries to create a bold and vibrant color scheme for the living room.
- The photographer used the complementaries of red and green to create a dramatic and eye-catching effect in her portrait.