Definition

Relating to the measurement of color, often using a device called a colorimeter to analyze the intensity or quality of colors.

Example

The colorimetric analysis revealed the exact concentration of the dye in the solution.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new experiment using colorimetric analysis?

Yeah, I read that it can really improve accuracy in testing!

I think it's fascinating how colorimetric methods can be applied to so many fields.

Absolutely! It opens up a lot of possibilities for research.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Colorimetric → It is formed from "color" (from Latin "color", meaning hue or tint) and "-metric" (from Greek "metron", meaning measure). The word "colorimetric" refers to the measurement of color or the determination of color intensity.

Memory Tip

Think of measuring a "color" and how "-metric" relates to measurement — that's why colorimetric means measuring color.

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