Synonyms for

Dyes

Verb / daɪz / Another word for dyes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dyes are substances used to color materials.

Synonyms & similar words

dyestuff dye colors pigments tints shades hues stains dyestuffs colorants inks paints markers pencils crayons pastels watercolors acrylics oils tempera

Synonyms by register

Formal

pigments colorants stains

Informal

colors tints

Literary

hues chroma

Antonyms

bleach fade lighten decolor uncolor strip

Common collocations

  • hair dyes
  • fabric dyes
  • natural dyes
  • synthetic dyes
  • dye the hair
  • dye the fabric
  • dye a color

Word family

noun dye
verb dye
adjective dyed

Usage note

As a noun, 'dyes' refers to substances used to impart color. As a verb, it means to apply such a substance. Be mindful of context; 'dye' is often used informally for 'color' or 'tint'.

Example sentences

  1. She used different dyes to make a rainbow on her paper.
  2. The fabric was dyed a deep blue color.
  3. Dyes are made from many different natural and synthetic materials.
  4. The artist mixed several dyes to create the perfect shade of purple.
  5. The tie-dye shirt was made using many different colors of dyes.

Quotes

  • "Colors are the smiles of nature." - Leigh Hunt
  • "Mere color, unspoiled by meaning, and unallied with definite form, can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways." - Oscar Wilde
  • "Life is a great big canvas, and you should throw all the paint on it you can." - Danny Kaye

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