Tinge (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A slight but appreciable amount; "this dish could use a touch of garlic".

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Synonyms

• Touch
• Pinch
• Soupcon
• Hint
• Mite
• Jot
• Speck

Hypernyms

• Small Indefinite Amount
• Small Indefinite Quantity

Hyponyms

• Snuff

Meaning ²

A pale or subdued color.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

• Undertone

Hypernyms

• Tincture
• Tone
• Shade

Related Words

• Tinge (verb)