Definition

Describing someone with dark or brown hair.

Example

She is a brunette with beautiful curls.

Conversation

Have you seen that new girl in class?

Yeah, she's a brunette, right?

Exactly! I think she has really nice hair.

Totally! It suits her so well.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A girl or woman who has dark or brown hair.

Example

She is a beautiful brunette with long hair.

Conversation

Have you seen that new girl in our class?

Yeah, she's a brunette with really nice hair.

I think she seems friendly too!

Root Explanation

Brunette → It originates from the French word 'brun' (meaning brown), which is a diminutive form of 'brunet' (meaning dark or brown). The suffix '-ette' is a diminutive suffix in French, indicating a smaller or lesser version. Thus, 'brunette' refers to a person with brown or dark hair, often implying a softer or smaller version of 'brun'.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word 'brun' for brown, and remember that 'brunette' describes someone with brown or dark hair, often in a gentle or diminutive sense.

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