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noun

ˈtint How to pronounce tint (audio)
Definition of tintnext
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 her eyes have a greenish tint

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tint

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verb

as in to paint
to give color or a different color to if you tint that blue paint with this yellow paint, you should get a nice shade of green

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Recent Examples of tint
Noun
Becerra’s comfortable lead, California’s blue tint and a favorable political environment all help buy Becerra time and breathing room, according to Kim Nalder, a political science professor at Sacramento State. — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 6 Aug. 2026 One Pro, though an opaque snap-on sunshade is included to improve contrast and block out any distractions that might come through the tint. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 6 Aug. 2026
Verb
The wings are brown tinted The hornets can be mistaken for native species. — Eva Flowe july 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026 To cover up a patch and to prevent opponents from plucking at the spot, Ryan tinted a face shield for McDaniel, a style that later became popular. — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tint
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tint
  1. shade
  2. paint
  3. color
  4. stain
  5. hue
  6. dye
  7. tone
  8. pigment
Noun
  • Rather than sticking to traditional off-white or ivory, the collection also includes muted shades like hay, hazelnut, and olive, giving sheer linen curtains a richer, more unexpected twist.
    — Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Though the formula is available in a classic Clean Black, its alternative shade—Le Brun Clean—is worth considering.
    — Micaela English, Glamour, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of shade
Verb
  • Be sure to plan at least one evening on-property to catch the sunset, when the mountains are painted in shades of pink and purple before giving way to a sky filled with twinkling stars.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • As the back-to-school shopping season winds down, retail sales data and several consumer surveys paint a picture of shoppers who are being impacted by higher costs, are more cautious with their spending and dealing with more stress.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 14 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
  • Simply use one or two pumps for a light to medium hue, or three for a deep tan.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The exterior of the vehicle is finished in a Manufaktur-exclusive, non-metallic hue called Light Ivory.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of hue
Verb
  • 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
  • This is one of the more dramatic balayage looks on this list, since most of the One of Them Days star’s hair is dyed lighter than her dark brown roots.
    — Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of dye
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
  • That’s a good place to look at because that’s rarely pigmented.
    — Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • There has been stem-cell and direct genetic-manipulation therapy shown to successfully change the color from gray back to pigmented.
    — The Editors, Robb Report, 19 July 2026
Definition of pigment

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