Synonyms for

Rainbow

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

Definition

A rainbow is a natural phenomenon that occurs when sunlight is refracted through water droplets in the air, creating a colorful arc in the sky.

Synonyms & similar words

prism rainbow-colored rainbow-like rainbow-hued

Synonyms by register

Literary

iris arc of colors spectrum

Antonyms

darkness gloom shadow obscurity cloudiness overcast

Common collocations

  • rainbow colors
  • rainbow bridge
  • rainbow effect
  • rainbow nation
  • rainbow light
  • rainbow pattern
  • rainbow shimmer

Word family

noun rainbow
adjective rainbow

Usage note

While 'rainbow' is a noun, it is sometimes used attributively as an adjective, as in 'rainbow colors'. It often carries connotations of hope, beauty, and diversity.

Example sentences

  1. I saw a rainbow in the sky after the storm.
  2. The rainbow had seven different colors in it.
  3. The rainbow looked like a big colorful arch in the sky.
  4. Rainbows are often seen after it rains.
  5. I love the way the colors of the rainbow blend together.

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