Definition

This word describes something that has no color or is colorless.

Example

The achromic solution was used in the experiment to avoid any interference from color.

Conversation

I saw a painting that was completely achromic yesterday.

Really? That sounds interesting, but isn't that kind of dull?

Not at all! It had a unique beauty in its simplicity, I loved it.

I guess I can see how a colorless piece could have its own charm.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Achromic is formed from "a-" (meaning without) and "chroma" (from Greek χρῶμα, meaning color). The word describes something that is without color or colorless.

Memory Tip

Think of 'without' ('a-') and 'color' ('chroma') to remember that achromic means lacking color.

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