bloodred
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈblʌdˌrɛd/
KK: /blʌdˈrɛd/
adjective
Definition
Having a very deep red color, similar to that of blood.
Example
The sunset painted the sky a bloodred hue.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: bloodredder
Superlative: bloodreddest
Conversation
Did you see that painting in the gallery?
Yeah, it was amazing! The colors were so vibrant.
I loved the bloodred sunset in it.
Absolutely! It really made the whole piece stand out.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
crimson
scarlet
ruby
Antonyms
pale
faded
washed
noun
Definition
A deep, vivid shade of red that resembles the color of blood.
Example
The artist used a bloodred hue to depict the sunset in her painting.
Conversation
Did you see that painting with the bloodred sky?
Yeah, it was striking! I couldn't take my eyes off it.
I love how colors can evoke such strong emotions.
Root Explanation
Bloodred → It is formed from "blood" (from Old English "blōd", meaning the red fluid that circulates in the body) and "red" (from Old English "read", meaning the color red). The word "bloodred" describes a deep, vivid shade of red, reminiscent of the color of blood.
Memory Tip
Think of the color of blood, which is a deep red, to remember that "bloodred" refers to a rich, vivid shade of red.
Visually Confused Words
unblooded
flooded