Definition

Describing a color that is blue or has a bluish tint.

Example

The artist used a cyanic shade to create a calming atmosphere in the painting.

Conversation

Have you seen that new painting at the gallery?

Yeah, the colors are so vibrant and cyanic!

I know, right? It really makes the whole room pop.

Absolutely! I love how it draws your attention immediately.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cyanic → It is formed from "cyano-" (from Greek "kyanos", meaning dark blue) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "cyanic" refers to something that is related to or has the characteristics of the color blue.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dark blue' ('cyano-') to remember that 'cyanic' means something related to the color blue.

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