Definition

A bright, deep red color that resembles the shade of cherries.

Example

She painted the walls a beautiful cerise to brighten up the room.

Conversation

Have you seen the new dress in that cerise color?

Yes! It looks stunning and really stands out.

I might buy it for the party next week.

You should! That cerise shade would look great on you.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cerise comes from the French word 'cerise', meaning cherry. The term is derived from the Latin 'cerasum', which also means cherry. The word 'cerise' refers to a color that resembles the hue of ripe cherries.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word for cherry, 'cerise', to remember that 'cerise' refers to a color similar to that of cherries.

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