Gamboge (Noun)
Meaning 1
A gum resin used as a yellow pigment and a purgative.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Meaning 2
A strong yellow color.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The artist mixed a vibrant gamboge with a touch of orange to create a warm sunset effect on the canvas.
- The gamboge hue of the flowers was so bright it seemed to glow in the sunlight.
- The interior designer chose a gamboge paint for the walls to create a cheerful and energetic atmosphere.
- The gamboge color of the bird's feathers was a striking contrast to the dull brown of its wings.
- The gamboge pigment used in the painting had faded slightly over time, but still retained its original intensity.