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noun

ˈtiŋ(k)-chər How to pronounce tincture (audio)
Definition of tincturenext
as in shade
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished a ragged shirt that seemed to be stained with the tincture of blood

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tincture

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verb

as in to paint
to give color or a different color to clouds tinctured by the rays of the setting sun

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Recent Examples of tincture
Noun
The spa also has its own line of tincture blends created by medical herbalist Jo Dunbar in collaboration with Dos Santos. — Vogue, 6 Aug. 2026 It is limited to oral use, such as oils, tinctures or capsules, depending on what a physician prescribes. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 31 July 2026
Verb
That sartorial elegance bespoke a deep embrace of tradition, tinctured with just the right amount of satire to be amusing. — Roger Kimball, WSJ, 15 May 2018 See All Example Sentences for tincture
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tincture
  1. shade
  2. paint
  3. color
  4. stain
  5. tone
  6. tint
  7. hue
  8. dye
Noun
  • Instead of a nude shade like OPI’s Bubble Bath or Put It In Neutral as the base, try a shade of white.
    — Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The two key [accessories] are a hat and then obviously shades.
    — Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of shade
Verb
  • Bait doesn’t always paint your character, Shah, in a positive light.
    — Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 21 Aug. 2026
  • They are told to explain the business case, paint a compelling vision of the future, define the benefits of the change and communicate them throughout the organization.
    — John Radman, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of paint
Noun
  • The same California Craftsman look; almost identical plank siding; a similar tasteful yet cheery color palette.
    — Julie Z. Weil, Washington Post, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Coverage of the Arday story was out of proportion to his position in society, reflecting the higher standard to which people of color are held when compared with their white peers, Vernon said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of color
Verb
  • After his death, Bob’s became the de facto location for fans needing to pay homage to the beloved director, piled high with tributes of cigarettes, cans of Coke, donuts, slices of pie and tear-stained letters of gratitude.
    — Amanda Karkoutly, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Clean the bowl with a toilet brush and cleaner once or twice a week to prevent mineral deposits from staining the toilet bowl.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of stain
Noun
  • Nail designs that feature marbling, gradient finishes, and French tips add dimension to the tone.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026
  • For an easy finishing touch, toss a dotted floral throw pillow onto your sofa or bed to bring in warmer tones and cozier textures.
    — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of tone
Verb
  • White drapes frame the space, with a front window wall tinted Jacaranda-purple, visible from the outside.
    — R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The crimson color stems from that outgoing light being reddened by the overlying layers of gas, much as sunlight scattering through Earth’s atmosphere can tint a sunset red.
    — Lee Billings, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of tint
Noun
  • Traditional toile patterns tend to tap bold blues and greens, but the chocolate hue is a decidedly autumnal shade.
    — Maria Sabella, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Each of Dean’s looks for her string of shows, regardless of designer, have incorporated old Hollywood-esque details like fringe hems, floor-grazing silhouettes, feather boa skirts, and technicolor hues.
    — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of hue
Verb
  • Window treatments were made from oksa silk, a sheer, organza-like textile dyed with onion peels.
    — Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The fact that this was untrue—Holmes had dyed his hair red, but not for that reason—did little to dispel the rumor, which seemed to fit the popular belief that violent, dystopian art has the power to induce some viewers to commit terrible crimes.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026
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