Synonyms for

Reds

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

Definition

Reds is the plural form of the color red.

Synonyms & similar words

bolshevik red bolshy redink loss redriver gain marxist redness bolshie crimson scarlet ruby cherry garnet burgundy maroon vermilion carmine brick blood claret rose cardinal cerise coral flame fuchsia rust

Synonyms by register

Formal

crimson scarlet vermilion

Informal

ruddy rosy flushed

Literary

sanguine cinnabar

Antonyms

pale fair light blond white wan

Common collocations

  • red hair
  • red wine
  • red dress
  • red light
  • red face
  • red sky
  • red carpet

Word family

noun redness
adjective red

Usage note

The word 'reds' is primarily used to refer to people with red hair. It can sometimes be used informally to describe a ruddy complexion.

Example sentences

  1. The apples were mostly reds and yellows.
  2. I wore my reds shirt to the game.
  3. The sky was painted with beautiful shades of reds and oranges during the sunset.
  4. The artist used a variety of reds in her painting.

Quotes

  • "The sky takes on shades of orange during sunrise and sunset, the colour that gives you hope that the sun will set only to rise again." - Ram Charan
  • "The reds, of course, are the most beautiful. You could find them anywhere." - Alex Flinn
  • "Reds, oranges, yellows, greens, blues, purples... All so beautiful." - Unknown

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