Definition

A term that refers to the quality of color, particularly how vibrant or saturated it appears compared to a neutral gray of the same brightness.

Example

The artist chose a high chroma for the painting to make the colors stand out more vividly.

Conversation

I just learned about the concept of chroma in my art class.

Oh really? What does it mean exactly?

It's about how colors differ in saturation compared to gray shades.

That sounds interesting! I love playing with colors in my paintings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chroma → It is derived from the Greek word "chroma" (χρῶμα), meaning color or pigment. The word "chroma" refers to the quality of color in terms of its purity and intensity.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for color, 'chroma', to remember that this term relates to the quality and intensity of color.

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