Definition

Describing something that has been stripped of paint or color, often leaving a bare surface.

Example

The old house looked depainted after the renovation, revealing its original wooden structure.

Conversation

Have you seen the new mural downtown?

Yeah, it's amazing! The colors are so vibrant and depainted.

I love how it really brightens up the area.

Absolutely! It's a great addition to the neighborhood.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Depainted is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "painted" (from the verb "paint", which comes from Latin "pingere", meaning to color or to paint). The word "depainted" refers to something that has been stripped of its paint or color, suggesting a removal or reduction of color.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing color' — 'de-' means down or away, and 'painted' refers to the application of color. This helps you remember that depainted means something that has lost its color.

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