complexions

noun

plural of complexion
1
as in colors
the hue or appearance of the skin and especially of the face a sunscreen for people with very light complexions

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2
as in tones
the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others changing the complexion of the department to reflect changing needs

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Recent Examples of complexions However, the formula comes in a variety of reds, berries and nudes that flatter a wide range of complexions. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026 Its dewy coverage gives cheeks a bright, doll-like, natural flush that highlights the cheekbones and brightens complexions. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026 For years, many sunscreens left behind a noticeable white cast, looked ashy on deeper complexions, or felt heavy and greasy on the skin. — Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 Other research suggests body camera footage can accentuate racial bias by the viewer against people with dark complexions. — Sarah Matusek, Christian Science Monitor, 23 July 2026 Plus, save on drugstore favorites, including the Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara and the L'Oreal Paris Makeup True Match Lumi Glotion, which Martha Stewart and Kendall Jenner have both used for glowy complexions. — Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 Blurring bamboo silk powders keep shine in check without dulling skin, while camellia seed oil and antioxidant-rich vitamin E help mature complexions look smooth, hydrated, and naturally luminous. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 June 2026 The sunscreen is a great match for dry, oily, and combination skin, as well as complexions predisposed to breakouts and rosacea. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 The event features a striking diversity of body shapes, ages, complexions, backgrounds, orientations, gender expressions and body art, all made equal under the Florida sun (slightly overcast this year) by their status as golden geese for the fan platforms. — Gustavo Turner, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for complexions
  1. colors
  2. tones
  3. colorings
  4. natures
  5. selves
  6. personalities
  7. constitutions
Noun
  • Night after night, Swift would perform for more than three hours, running back her career one era at a time, each one its own world with distinctive sets, costumes, and colors.
    — Mitch Therieau, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Even the white Reverse Retro jersey in 2022-23 with those colors as accents crushed.
    — The Athletic NHL Staff, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of colors
Noun
  • Bass tones inspired by the TR-808 hit like medicine balls to the chest.
    — Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 30 July 2026
  • Treat the pale pink as a neutral and pair it with plenty of decor in other warm tones.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 30 July 2026
Definition of tones
Noun
  • Shen wondered whether there was a random model that could produce clique-free colorings more efficiently than Erdős’ approach.
    — Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 26 June 2026
  • Its nostalgic pink look is certainly a throwback to streetside cotton candy machines, but this time, the shade comes entirely from vegetable colorings and turmeric, rather than artificial colors.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
Definition of colorings
Noun
  • Create characters built around lifepaths, natures, clan traits, and merits.
    — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 30 July 2026
  • The fact is often interpreted as women wanting less risk than men because of women’s natures.
    — Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Definition of natures
Noun
  • Huffine aims to find authentic individuals comfortable in their own skin, challenging traditional beauty norms and empowering women to embrace their true selves.
    — Virgie Tovar, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • Maybe Tutu Atwell or Jalen Tolbert will find their past selves?
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 27 July 2026
Definition of selves
Noun
  • And if the personalities are painted in broad strokes, the performances, particularly by Condor and Newton, create a resonant enough emotional palette.
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
  • The Los Angeles actor captures the easygoing professionalism that often places him between the clashing personalities of Shaw and Dreyfuss.
    — Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026
Definition of personalities
Noun
  • This means private landowners may have more success challenging condemnation actions under their state constitutions than in federal court.
    — Aaron Walayat, The Conversation, 16 July 2026
  • The obligations can be established through national constitutions, state constitutions, laws, and treaties.
    — Jon McGowan, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of constitutions

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