Synonyms for

Watercolor

Verb / ˈwɔ:tɜ:ˌkʌlɜ: / Another word for watercolor — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Watercolor is a type of paint made from pigments mixed with a water-soluble binder, such as gum arabic.

Synonyms & similar words

watercolor watercolour aquarelle aquaprint wash watercolour water-colour water-ink water-paint water-tint aquatint water-wash

Synonyms by register

Formal

aqueous pigment water-based paint

Informal

wash water paints

Literary

liquid hues transparent washes

Antonyms

oil acrylic tempera gouache fresco charcoal pencil

Common collocations

  • watercolor painting
  • watercolor paper
  • watercolor brush
  • watercolor set
  • watercolor palette
  • watercolor technique
  • watercolor artist

Word family

noun watercolor
adjective watercolor

Usage note

Watercolor refers to both the paint itself and the art created with it. It is a transparent medium, often contrasted with opaque paints like gouache or acrylics.

Example sentences

  1. She used watercolor to paint a picture of her cat.
  2. The artist painted a beautiful watercolor of the ocean.
  3. I love to use watercolor to create beautiful paintings.
  4. The kindergarten class used watercolor to paint pictures for their parents.
  5. The watercolor painting of the mountains was breathtaking.

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