yellow (Meaning)
yellow (n)
yellow color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of sunflowers or ripe lemons
yellow (v)
turn yellow
yellow (s)
of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk
easily frightened
changed to a yellowish color by age
typical of tabloids
cowardly or treacherous
affected by jaundice which causes yellowing of skin etc
yellow (superl.)
Being of a bright saffronlike color; of the color of gold or brass; having the hue of that part of the rainbow, or of the solar spectrum, which is between the orange and the green.
yellow (n.)
A bright golden color, reflecting more light than any other except white; the color of that part of the spectrum which is between the orange and green.
A yellow pigment.
yellow (v. t.)
To make yellow; to cause to have a yellow tinge or color; to dye yellow.
yellow (v. i.)
To become yellow or yellower.
yellow (a.)
Cowardly; hence, dishonorable; mean; contemptible; as, he has a yellow streak.
Sensational; -- said of some newspapers, their makers, etc.; as, yellow journal, journalism, etc.
Synonyms & Antonyms of yellow
Synonyms:
- chicken-livered
- weak
- cautious
- lily-livered
- bashful
- poltroon
- timid
- feeble
- milk-livered
- timorous
- recreant
- fearful
- chickenhearted
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yellow Sentence Examples
- The bright yellow sunflowers illuminated the garden with their cheerful radiance.
- The taxi pulled up to the curb, its vibrant yellow hue contrasting against the gray asphalt.
- The walls of the room were painted a warm and inviting shade of yellow, known as buttercup.
- The canary's cheerful chirping filled the air as its vibrant yellow feathers fluttered.
- The ripe lemon hung from the tree branch, its glossy yellow skin inviting a taste.
- The yellow fever mosquito transmits a deadly disease that can be fatal to humans.
- The antique gold watch glinted in the sunlight, its yellow patina telling tales of its rich history.
- The yellow road signs directed travelers along the unfamiliar route.
- The yellow lab wagged its tail excitedly, its golden fur shining brightly.
- The yellow jacket wasps hovered around the picnic table, their aggressive nature a warning to stay away.
FAQs About the word yellow
yellow color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of sunflowers or ripe lemons, turn yellow, of the color intermediate between green and orange in
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The bright yellow sunflowers illuminated the garden with their cheerful radiance.
The taxi pulled up to the curb, its vibrant yellow hue contrasting against the gray asphalt.
The walls of the room were painted a warm and inviting shade of yellow, known as buttercup.
The canary's cheerful chirping filled the air as its vibrant yellow feathers fluttered.
